certitude

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conviction

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robust

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tentative

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decidedly

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supposedly

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presumably

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inconclusive

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notional

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surmise

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educated guess

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conjecture

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to guesstimate

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to check over

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to swear by

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speculative

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to second-guess

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reputedly

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halting

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probabilistic

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concrete

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The origin of the phrase "let the dust settle" can be traced back to literal dust settling after a disturbance or commotion, such as a battle or a construction activity. When dust is stirred up, it takes some time for the particles to settle back down and for visibility to improve. This literal concept of waiting for the dust to settle eventually evolved into a metaphorical expression. It is employed to suggest the importance of allowing a period of time for emotions to calm down, tensions to ease, or chaos to subside before making decisions or taking further action.

What is the origin of the idiom "let the dust settle" and when to use it?

the dust [settle]

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paradoxical

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The idiom "foregone conclusion" dates back to the early 17th century and is used to describe an outcome or result that is so predictable and certain that it can be considered established before the relevant events or circumstances have even unfolded.

What is the origin of the idiom "foregone conclusion" and when to use it?

foregone conclusion

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to cross-check

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categorical

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cinch

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beyond doubt

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if in doubt

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The idiom "long shot" originated from the world of sports, particularly horse racing. In horse racing, a "long shot" refers to a horse with low odds of winning, often considered an unlikely or speculative bet. Over time, this term extended to various contexts and is now used figuratively to describe something that has a low probability of success or is unlikely to happen.

What is the origin of the idiom "long shot" and when to use it?

long shot

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Here you will learn some English words about doubt and certainty, such as "halting", "cinch", "robust", etc. that are needed for the GRE exam.

Certainty & Likelihood

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