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probably

adv. sent.
A1 Beginner Oxford US //ˈpɹɑbəˌbɫi// UK //pɹˈɒbəbli// prob·a·bly General-service

adv. used to say that something is very likely to happen or be true. You use it when you are almost certain but not one hundred percent sure.

adv. used to indicate a high degree of likelihood or probability. Functions as a modal adverb to qualify the certainty of a statement.


SIMPLE

I will probably stay home tonight.

CONTEXTUAL

If the weather stays this clear, we will probably reach the mountain summit by noon.

COMPLEX

The researchers concluded that the unusual data points were probably caused by a minor calibration error in the sensor rather than a new physical phenomenon.

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Origin

From Middle English probably, probabily, equivalent to probable + -ly.

Usage

Typically placed before the main verb but after the first auxiliary verb or the verb 'to be'.

Pitfall

Probably I will go.I will probably go.In neutral English, this adverb usually sits in the mid-position (before the verb) rather than at the start of the sentence.

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