Βεβαιότητα και Πιθανότητα - Uncertainty

Εξερευνήστε αγγλικές ιδιωματικές εκφράσεις σχετικά με την αβεβαιότητα με παραδείγματα όπως 'έχω δεύτερες σκέψεις' και 'πολύ κοντά για να κληθεί'.

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too close to call [φράση]

almost impossible to predict who will win and who will lose, particularly in a competition

Ex: The film awards ceremony saw two outstanding performances , and it was too close to call which actor would win the Best Actor category .

a question mark [hang] over {sth} [φράση]

a feeling of uncertainty and doubt about something

Ex:

to [set|put] the record straight [φράση]

to correct a false story, misunderstanding, or incorrect belief by giving the true facts

Ex: The athlete used a public statement to put the record straight about the doping allegations , asserting their innocence .

you never know [πρόταση]

used to say that even if the happening of something is unlikely, it is not impossible

Ex: Sometimes , you never know who you 'll meet and what opportunities will come your way .

gray area [ουσιαστικό]

γκρίζα ζώνη

Ex: In artistic interpretation , there 's a creative gray area that allows for diverse perspectives and meanings .

Στην καλλιτεχνική ερμηνεία, υπάρχει μια δημιουργική γκρι ζώνη που επιτρέπει διαφορετικές προοπτικές και έννοιες.

to [have] second thoughts [φράση]

to start doubting a decision and begin to wonder whether it is the right or best thing to do

Ex: The team was about to implement a new strategy , but they had second thoughts when they considered the potential risks .

(shot|stab) in the dark [φράση]

an attempt to guess or do something without having sufficient information or knowing the consequences

Ex: Investing in stocks can sometimes feel like a stab in the dark , as market conditions can be unpredictable .

in the balance [φράση]

used to refer to something that is in an uncertain state

Ex: The success of the new product launch is in the balance , pending customer feedback and sales figures .

to [be] (anyone's|anybody's) (guess|call) [φράση]

to be difficult or almost impossible to predict the outcome of a situation or event

Ex: Given the unpredictable nature of the stock market , it 's anyone 's call whether the company 's shares will rise or fall tomorrow .

to [take] {sth} with a grain of salt [φράση]

to only accept a part of something or not take it seriously at all

Ex:

wild card [ουσιαστικό]

τζόκερ

Ex: When negotiating , it 's crucial to consider the potential wild cards that could impact the outcome of the deal .

Κατά τη διάρκεια διαπραγματεύσεων, είναι κρίσιμο να λαμβάνονται υπόψη οι πιθανές απρόβλεπτες παραμέτρους που θα μπορούσαν να επηρεάσουν το αποτέλεσμα της συμφωνίας.

rope of sand [φράση]

a thing that is nowhere as good or strong as it appears

Ex: In a world where alliances can be as fragile as a rope of sand , it 's essential to establish solid foundations for cooperation .

under a cloud of suspicion [φράση]

viewed with doubt or mistrust, even if not proven

Ex: The minister operated under a cloud of suspicion after leaked documents surfaced .

how long is a piece of string [πρόταση]

used to say that it is impossible to answer a question concerning the size, length, or amount of something

Ex:

give or take [φράση]

used to say that the amount mentioned might be a little more or less than the exact amount

Ex: She estimated the project would cost around $ 10,000 , give or take a few hundred dollars depending on material prices .

neck and neck [φράση]

used to describe a situation where no clear advantage or resolution has emerged, leaving the final result uncertain

Ex: After hours of negotiation , the talks are still neck and neck , with no clear resolution in sight .

neither fish nor fowl [φράση]

used to describe a person or thing that is hard to describe or classify

Ex: The building 's architectural design was neither fish nor fowl , blending several different styles to create something distinctive yet challenging to categorize .

dog's chance [ουσιαστικό]

ευκαιρία σκύλου

Ex:

Η αποστολή διάσωσης στον επικίνδυνο έδαφος φαινόταν σαν ευκαιρία σκύλου, αλλά έσωσαν με επιτυχία όλους τους πεζοπόρους.

to [twist|swing|hang] in the wind [φράση]

(of a person) to be in a state of uncertainty or confusion

Ex: After the sudden resignation of the CEO , the company 's future was left twisting in the wind .

Βεβαιότητα και Πιθανότητα
Certainty	Uncertainty	Απίθανες καταστάσεις	Αδυναμία
Τύχη & Πιθανότητα	Possibility	Likelihood	Προσδοκίες
Unexpected	Unbelievable	Οριστικό ή Αναπόφευκτο