as in unlikely
not likely to be true or to occur
it seems improbable that the two writers never met since they traveled in the same social circles
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Advertisement Throughout, the improbable Angelina Jolie captures Callas’ style in her dress, her public manner and her movements.
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Mark Swed, Los Angeles Times, 14 Dec. 2024
However, the vast chasm between Silicon Valley’s agile ethos and the current state of public-sector operations makes this transformation improbable.
—Greg Orme, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
The Black Knights are two-score underdogs but could earn themselves and the AAC the most improbable playoff spot with a win.
—The Athletic, 21 Nov. 2024
The New York Red Bulls have made an improbable run to the MLS Cup.
—Eric Jackson, Sportico.com, 7 Dec. 2024
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Mark Swed, Los Angeles Times, 14 Dec. 2024
However, the vast chasm between Silicon Valley’s agile ethos and the current state of public-sector operations makes this transformation improbable.
—Greg Orme, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
The Black Knights are two-score underdogs but could earn themselves and the AAC the most improbable playoff spot with a win.
—The Athletic, 21 Nov. 2024
The New York Red Bulls have made an improbable run to the MLS Cup.
—Eric Jackson, Sportico.com, 7 Dec. 2024
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“Improbable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/improbable. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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