Pronunciation: /ˈlaɪkli tu/
adjective describes the likelihood of something happening
A1 I am likely to go to the park this weekend.
A2 She is likely to pass the exam with a little more studying.
B1 The new project is likely to be completed by the end of the month.
B2 He is likely to get a promotion if he continues to perform well at work.
C1 The company is likely to expand its operations into international markets next year.
C2 The research findings are likely to have a significant impact on the field of medicine.
preposition introduces a phrase indicating the probability of an action or event
A1 I am likely to go to the park tomorrow.
A2 She is likely to pass the exam with all the studying she's done.
B1 It is likely to rain this afternoon, so bring an umbrella.
B2 The team is likely to win the championship with their current level of skill.
C1 Based on the data, it is likely to be a successful business venture.
C2 The new policy is likely to have a significant impact on the economy.
formal The new regulations are likely to have a significant impact on the economy.
informal I think she's likely to be late to the meeting again.
slang He's likely to bail on us tonight, he always does.
figurative Her words were likely to cut deep, given the sensitive nature of the topic.
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