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Expressions About How Likely Something Is
Expressions About How Likely Something Is
Let's look at some collocations that talk about how likely or unlikely something is to happen.
• highly likely (this will probably happen): It's highly likely that it will rain later.
• a slim chance (this will probably not happen): There's a slim chance he'll be here on time.
• a distinct possibility (this will probably happen): There's a distinct possibility that the whole thing
will be cancelled.
• the odds are against (this is unlikely): The odds are against him passing the exam.
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