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Certezza e Possibilità - Likelihood
Esplora i modi di dire inglesi riguardanti la probabilità con esempi come 'per caso' e 'essere nelle carte'.
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to lie in wait
[Frase]
(of something bad) to be about to happen to one
Ex: She had a nagging feeling that failure was lying in wait for her if she didn't prepare adequately.
on the off chance
[Frase]
used to refer to the possibility of something happening or being true
Ex: On the off-chance that the restaurant has an opening, we didn't make a reservation.
safe bet
[sostantivo]
a thing that is extremely likely to be true or happen
scommessa sicura
Ex: Opting for the classic black suit is a good bet for a formal event.Optare per il classico completo nero è una **scommessa sicura** per un evento formale.
to be in the cards
[Frase]
to have a high chance of happening or being true
Ex: The way they handle their finances , 's in the cards that they 'll save for their dream vacation .
down to earth
[Frase]
according to what is real or can be done
down to earth
Ex: The success of the business was attributed to their down-to-earth, customer-centric approach.
be in line for something
[Frase]
to be very close or likely to achieve something, particularly something very good or desirable
Ex: After years of dedication, he's in line for a well-deserved recognition.
fat chance
[sostantivo]
used to say that one doubts that something can ever happen or be true
neanche per sogno, niente da fare
Ex: Fat chance he 'll admit he was wrong ; he 's too stubborn .**Poca probabilità** che ammetta di aver sbagliato; è troppo testardo.
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