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Certitude et Possibilité - Uncertainty

Explorez les idiomes anglais concernant l'incertitude avec des exemples comme 'avoir des doutes' et 'trop serré pour trancher'.

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English idioms related to Certainty & Possibility

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 too close to call which actor would win the Best Actor category .

a feeling of uncertainty and doubt about something

il y a une incertitude quant à

il y a une incertitude quant à

Ex: The sudden change in weather conditions has a question mark hanging over the planned outdoor event.

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.

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

on ne sait jamais

on ne sait jamais

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

a situation that is hard to define or categorize and therefore unclear

zone grise, zone floue

zone grise, zone floue

Ex: The boundaries of privacy in the digital age often exist in a gray area, raising important questions about personal data and surveillance .Les limites de la vie privée à l'ère numérique existent souvent dans une **zone grise**, soulevant d'importantes questions sur les données personnelles et la surveillance.

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

avoir des doutes

avoir des doutes

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

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

au petit bonheur la chance, au pif, au pifomètre, à tout hasard

au petit bonheur la chance, au pif, au pifomètre, à tout hasard

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

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

Ex: The scientist's groundbreaking discovery should not be taken with a grain of salt; it has been thoroughly tested and confirmed by multiple experts.

a person or thing with uncertain or uncontrollable qualities or capabilities

joker, élément imprévisible

joker, élément imprévisible

Ex: When negotiating , it 's crucial to consider the potential wild cards that could impact the outcome of the deal .Lors de négociations, il est crucial de considérer les **imprévus** potentiels qui pourraient influencer l'issue de l'accord.
rope of sand
[Phrase]

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.

suspected or disapproved of due to previous deeds

Ex: The teacher had been under a cloud of suspicion since the cheating incident in the classroom, which led to her suspension.

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

Ex: The chef was asked how much salt to add to the dish, and he quipped, "It depends on how long a piece of string you have."
give or take
[Phrase]

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 $ 10,000give or take a few hundred dollars depending on material prices .

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

Ex: The courtroom drama left the jury members in deliberation , and the case neck and neck until a verdict was reached .

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

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

a very little or no chance of success

une chance de chien, une chance infime

une chance de chien, une chance infime

Ex: The rescue mission in the treacherous terrain seemed like a dog's chance, but they successfully saved all the hikers.La mission de sauvetage dans le terrain dangereux semblait être une **chance de chien**, mais ils ont réussi à sauver tous les randonneurs.

(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 twisting in the wind.
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