chances are
phrase
: it is very likely that
Chances are she has already heard the news.
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Off-and-on rain chances will continue through the early part of the week, but the chances are low.
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Joseph Hernandez,
Kansas City Star,
3 July 2026
The highs continue at 90 or more into Wednesday and rain chances are between 30% Monday and 40% Tuesday.
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Howard Cohen,
Miami Herald,
2 July 2026
Best viewing chances are in states like Montana, North Dakota, and Minnesota, with a stronger storm possibly reaching Oregon or New York.
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Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2026
Temperatures are likely to stay too warm during the day, precipitation chances are relatively modest, and any wintry mix is expected to be short-lived and light.
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Amanda Greenwood,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 May 2026
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Joseph Hernandez,
Kansas City Star,
3 July 2026
The highs continue at 90 or more into Wednesday and rain chances are between 30% Monday and 40% Tuesday.
—
Howard Cohen,
Miami Herald,
2 July 2026
Best viewing chances are in states like Montana, North Dakota, and Minnesota, with a stronger storm possibly reaching Oregon or New York.
—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2026
Temperatures are likely to stay too warm during the day, precipitation chances are relatively modest, and any wintry mix is expected to be short-lived and light.
—
Amanda Greenwood,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 May 2026
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“Chances are.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/chances%20are. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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