Meaning
It indicates a very high probability or strong expectation that something will happen.
Primary Function
High‑probability epistemic opener used at the beginning of statements expressing confident predictions.
Communicative Purpose
To convey assurance about an upcoming event while maintaining formality suitable for academic or professional discourse.
Pattern
There is every likelihood that
Core Structure
There is every likelihood that
Função primária
High‑probability epistemic opener used at the beginning of statements expressing confident predictions.
Propósito comunicativo
To convey assurance about an upcoming event while maintaining formality suitable for academic or professional discourse.
Situações de gatilho
When presenting forecasts, analyses, strategic plans, or any context where certainty is desired but not absolute proof.
Contextos
Academic writing, formal reports, business presentations, policy discussions, and technical fields requiring precise language.
Padrão
There is every likelihood that
Estrutura central
There is every likelihood that
Slots de substituição
The phrase 'every likelihood' can be substituted with 'a strong possibility', 'a good chance', or 'every probability' to convey similar meanings.
Colocados típicos
- that
- will
- be
Substituições comuns
- It is highly likely that
- In all probability
- Chances are that
Erros comuns
Using informal contractions or mixing with colloquial expressions.
Similar / contraste
Probably, It is highly likely that, There is every likelihood that
Interferências
Learners may overuse simpler expressions like 'probably' due to L1 influence.
Família do chunk
- Probability existential openers
Nuance
Conveys confident expectation without absolute certainty, suitable for formal forecasting.
Efeito pragmático
Establishes credibility and authority in professional communication.
Dica de memória
Full possibility
Nota
This chunk is used to express a high degree of certainty about future events in formal contexts.
Upgrade path
From 'Probably' to 'It is highly likely that' to 'There is every likelihood that'
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