UNCERTAINTIES Synonyms: 32 Similar and Opposite Words

uncertainties

noun

plural of uncertainty

as in doubts

a feeling or attitude that one does not know the truth, truthfulness, or trustworthiness of someone or something uncertainty about her job prospects has her worried

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Recent Examples of uncertainties The researchers reported that CARL handled these uncertainties more effectively than existing methods. — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 22 Oct. 2026 Following a summer of uncertainties, MillerKnoll confirmed Jeff Stutz as its chief executive officer. — Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 21 Oct. 2026 For many residents, uncertainties over the timeline have only added to their anxiety, while experts say the whole process seems far behind schedule. — Hira Humayun, CNN Money, 18 Oct. 2026 But there are uncertainties ahead, including MLB labor negotiations, which will address the contentious question of a player salary cap and could result in a prolonged work stoppage in 2027. — Sacbee.com, 16 Oct. 2026 While the artificial intelligence infrastructure investment boom and energy shocks have injected fresh short term uncertainties into the inflation outlook, the broader US economy is not overheating. — CNBC, 15 Oct. 2026 Despite these uncertainties, many women continue to relax their hair, but Belmo emphasizes an empathetic, practical harm-reduction approach. — Ata-Owaji Victor, Vogue, 13 Oct. 2026 Artificial general intelligence is only so important Other uncertainties surrounding AI matter less. — Geoffrey Irving, Time, 3 Oct. 2026 Superintendent Theresa Plascencia said during the discussion some flexibility was incorporated into the resolution because uncertainties are likely to unfold, which will be beyond the control of the administration. — Steve Sadin, Chicago Tribune, 1 Oct. 2026

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The cryptocurrency industry’s leading network of super PACs is yet again spending huge sums against Sherrod Brown in Ohio, despite doubts that the investment will pay off.

— Eleanor Mueller, semafor.com, 28 Oct. 2026
Well, on Monday, Overshown put those doubts to rest by tying for the team lead with six tackles and recording a game-sealing interception in the fourth quarter to thwart a Philadelphia comeback attempt.

— Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 Oct. 2026

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