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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
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.
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William Gavin, Quartz, 7 Nov. 2024
Being prepared for this eventuality ahead of time is essential for managing the problem properly.
—Chad Angle, Forbes, 2 Jan. 2025
Both have no clue when the call will arrive, and both have to be prepared for any eventuality.
—Tom Layberger, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
The school district is already planning for that eventuality.
—Lois K. Solomon, Sun Sentinel, 20 Nov. 2024
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William Gavin, Quartz, 7 Nov. 2024
Being prepared for this eventuality ahead of time is essential for managing the problem properly.
—Chad Angle, Forbes, 2 Jan. 2025
Both have no clue when the call will arrive, and both have to be prepared for any eventuality.
—Tom Layberger, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
The school district is already planning for that eventuality.
—Lois K. Solomon, Sun Sentinel, 20 Nov. 2024
See all Example Sentences for eventuality
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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Sherman and Yang will be on hand this weekend when SNL celebrates its 50th anniversary on Sunday (Feb. 16) during a three-hour live retrospective event, SNL50: The Anniversary Special, which will air on NBC at 8 p.m. ET and stream on Peacock.—
Gil Kaufman,
Billboard,
14 Feb. 2025
Noun
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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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West Creek will have a unit for on-site staff who will work with case workers and residents towards a healthy way forward.—
Graham P. Johnson,
Twin Cities,
7 Feb. 2025
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Of those, the majority of cases were in commercial flocks.—
Carma Hassan,
CNN,
7 Feb. 2025
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“Eventuality.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/eventuality. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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