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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
For all the benefits of congestion pricing, one potential eventuality of the program is that fewer cars on the road means those cars that remain have more opportunity and incentive to speed.
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New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 25 Jan. 2025
Many schools across the country have been preparing for this eventuality by coordinating with immigrant families and local law enforcement.
—Kristen Waggoner, Newsweek, 22 Jan. 2025
Many schools around the country have been preparing for just this eventuality by reaching out to immigrant families and local law enforcement.
—Rebecca Santana, Chicago Tribune, 21 Jan. 2025
Some have hypothesized that Trump’s tariff threats are less of an eventuality and more of a negotiating tactic to push companies to invest in the U.S., not in other countries.
—William Gavin, Quartz, 7 Nov. 2024
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New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 25 Jan. 2025
Many schools across the country have been preparing for this eventuality by coordinating with immigrant families and local law enforcement.
—Kristen Waggoner, Newsweek, 22 Jan. 2025
Many schools around the country have been preparing for just this eventuality by reaching out to immigrant families and local law enforcement.
—Rebecca Santana, Chicago Tribune, 21 Jan. 2025
Some have hypothesized that Trump’s tariff threats are less of an eventuality and more of a negotiating tactic to push companies to invest in the U.S., not in other countries.
—William Gavin, Quartz, 7 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for eventuality
Noun
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Read More: How Trump Can Redeem His Gaza Fiasco The sense of possibility was palpable.—
Jane Harman,
TIME,
9 Feb. 2025
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The medical team warned him there was a possibility Andre would never be able to walk again, and his vision could be impaired.—
Alaa Elassar,
CNN,
9 Feb. 2025
Noun
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It's expected to include sketches and musical performances and will be a three-hour live event, double the amount of time of a normal SNL show.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
14 Feb. 2025
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Invest in one year of premium journalism, member-only events and more for just $49.99.—
Forbes,
Forbes,
14 Feb. 2025
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However, Jordan thinks his roster can compete with any team in the league, and the Saints' 5-12 record this season doesn't reflect their potential.—
Scott Thompson,
Fox News,
8 Feb. 2025
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There is extreme sadness, too, in Gigi never discovering her full potential in the game, her special talent never running its full course.—
George Ramsay,
CNN,
8 Feb. 2025
Noun
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The United States is seeing the worst flu season in more than a decade, with cases still trending up.—
Rebecca Morin,
USA TODAY,
20 Feb. 2025
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The film’s arrival on Netflix has propelled it to the No. 1 spot on the streamer, leaving viewers curious to learn more about the real-life case that inspired the movie.—
Monica Mercuri,
Forbes,
19 Feb. 2025
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“Eventuality.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/eventuality. Accessed 22 Feb. 2025.
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