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Certitudine și Posibilitate - Uncertainty

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English idioms related to Certainty & Possibility
too close to call

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.
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a question mark [hang] over {sth}

a feeling of uncertainty and doubt about something

Ex: The sudden change in weather conditions has left a question mark hanging over the planned outdoor event.
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to [set|put] the record straight

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.
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you never know
you never know
[Propoziție]

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.
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gray area
gray area
[substantiv]

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

zonă gri, zonă neclară

zonă gri, zonă neclară

Ex: The boundaries of privacy in the digital age often exist in a gray area, raising important questions about personal data and surveillance .

Limitele confidențialității în era digitală există adesea într-o zonă gri, ridicând întrebări importante despre datele personale și supraveghere.

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to [have] second thoughts

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.
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(shot|stab) in the dark

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.
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in the balance

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

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

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.
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wild card
wild card
[substantiv]

a person or thing with uncertain or uncontrollable qualities or capabilities

joker, element imprevizibil

joker, element imprevizibil

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

În timpul negocierilor, este crucial să se ia în considerare potențialele factori neprevăzuți care ar putea afecta rezultatul înțelegerii.

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rope of sand
rope of sand
[frază]

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.
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under a cloud of suspicion

viewed with doubt or mistrust, even if not proven

Ex: The minister operated under a cloud of suspicion after leaked documents surfaced.
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how long is a piece of string

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."
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give or take
give or take
[frază]

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.
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neck and neck

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 remained neck and neck until a verdict was reached.
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neither fish nor fowl

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.
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dog's chance
dog's chance
[substantiv]

a very little or no chance of success

șansă de câine, șansă foarte mică

șansă de câine, șansă foarte mică

Ex: The rescue mission in the treacherous terrain seemed like a dog's chance, but they successfully saved all the hikers.

Misiunea de salvare în terenul periculos părea a fi o șansă de câine, dar au reușit să salveze toți drumeții.

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to [twist|swing|hang] in the wind

(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.
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