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as in possibility
something that can develop or become actual
a cure for that form of cancer seems like a certain eventuality—it's just a matter of time
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as in event
something that might happen
a full-force hurricane on the day of the picnic was one eventuality that we hadn't planned on
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Recent Examples of eventuality
The England manager had put in work to change the mindset around penalties and ensure his side were prepared for the eventuality, and in doing so ended a run of five successive major tournament shootout defeats.
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Luke Bosher, The Athletic, 16 July 2024
European diplomats and their respective leaders have been preparing for the eventuality of a Trump victory for more than 12 months, placing a growing focus on policies that could protect the European economy from potential trade disputes.
—Silvia Amaro, CNBC, 6 Nov. 2024
This is to avoid an eventuality in which Gallagher leaves Stamford Bridge for nothing at all in 2025.
—Adam Crafton, The Athletic, 5 Aug. 2024
The Champenoise are indeed excited for that eventuality as well.
—J'nai Gaither, Forbes, 26 Oct. 2024
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Luke Bosher, The Athletic, 16 July 2024
European diplomats and their respective leaders have been preparing for the eventuality of a Trump victory for more than 12 months, placing a growing focus on policies that could protect the European economy from potential trade disputes.
—Silvia Amaro, CNBC, 6 Nov. 2024
This is to avoid an eventuality in which Gallagher leaves Stamford Bridge for nothing at all in 2025.
—Adam Crafton, The Athletic, 5 Aug. 2024
The Champenoise are indeed excited for that eventuality as well.
—J'nai Gaither, Forbes, 26 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for eventuality
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There’s also the possibility that the Chinese government sees Musk as an operator who could help ease tensions between Beijing and Washington.Ganesh Rao, CNBC, 16 Jan. 2025
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There’s also a possibility that some manufacturers may simply swap Red No. 3 for Red 40, another dye that is associated with separate health concerns.Elizabeth Robinson, NBC News, 16 Jan. 2025
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The funeral, part of a week of events mourning the ex-president ahead of his burial in tiny Plains, Georgia, was packed with pageantry, intrigue, pomp and ceremony, in notable juxtaposition with Carter’s homespun life.Dave Goldiner, New York Daily News, 9 Jan. 2025
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California More than 9,000 homes, structures damaged or destroyed in Palisades, Eaton fires, officials say 29 minutes ago Fleming offered a riveting play-by-play of the day’s events.Jessica Gelt, Los Angeles Times, 9 Jan. 2025
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More news: Browns Predicted to Make Major Draft Swing by Skipping Quarterback in First Round Carter transitioned from off-ball linebacker to EDGE this season and has shown promising athleticism with potential for growth as a pass rusher.Michael Gfoeller And David H. Rundell, Newsweek, 15 Jan. 2025
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But everyone’s skill and ability to transform a house with potential into a move-in-ready home is varied.Aksha Mittapalli, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Jan. 2025
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Smith compiled two volumes of the report, one on the election interference case and the second on his improperly taking hundreds of classified documents to his Mar-a-Lago estate in Florida after leaving office in 2021.Dave Goldiner, New York Daily News, 14 Jan. 2025
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Only in four of the 26 cases did the government prevail at that litigation stage.Eric Reicin, Forbes, 14 Jan. 2025
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“Eventuality.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/eventuality. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
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