not likely

phrase

: probably not
"Will she get the job?" "Not likely."

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The judge disagreed, finding Norwood did not qualify for protection under California’s anti-SLAPP law, which is intended to quickly dismiss lawsuits targeting free speech that are not likely to prevail. — Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 12 Aug. 2026 With the fall festivals gearing up for launch and studios locking in their year-end release plans, a handful of high-profile titles that many had penciled into the 2026 awards conversation are not likely to drop this year. — Clayton Davis, Variety, 10 Aug. 2026 Vertical video has become a top priority for streamers, recognizing that consumers who watch videos on their phones are just not likely to turn it sideways in most use cases. — Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 5 Aug. 2026 In addition, a recent visual inspection revealed damage throughout the pool, including in the middle — where prosecutors say a vandal would not likely have attempted to peel the lining. — Aamer Madhani, Fortune, 1 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for not likely

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“Not likely.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/not%20likely. Accessed 19 Aug. 2026.

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