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[prob-uh-blee] Example Sentences Origin

prob·a·bly

[prob-uh-blee]
adverb
in all likelihood; very likely: He will probably attend.

Origin:
1525–35; probable + -ly
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Probably is always a great word to know.
So is doohickey. Does it mean:
a gadget; dingus; thingumbob.
a chattering or flighty, light-headed person.
Example Sentences
  • In my opinion, you probably shouldn't teach online if: Your cell phone only makes phone calls.
  • This time probably isn't different.
  • You've probably promised yourself to get off the couch and get some exercise.
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probably (ˈprɒbəblɪ)
 
adv
1.  (sentence modifier; not used with a negative or in a question) in all likelihood or probability: I'll probably see you tomorrow
 
sentence substitute
2.  I believe such a thing or situation may be the case

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Word Origin & History

probably
1530s, "plausibly," from probable. As a general purpose qualifier, 1610s.
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