单词 | as likely as not |
释义 | ● as ˌlikely as ˈnot ● most /very ˈlikely very probably 很可能◆ As likely as not she's forgotten all about it . 她很可能把这事忘得一干二净了。likelyIn standard BrE the adverb likely is often used with a word such as most, more or very.在标准的英式英语中,副词 likely 常与 most、more 或 very 等词连用:◆We will most likely see him later.我们很可能晚些时候会见到他。 In journalism and less formal language, however, likely is used on its own.但在新闻和不太正式的用语中,likely 则单独使用:◆The deal will likely result in more cuts to services.这项协议可能会导致对服务行业的进一步削减。 In informal NAmE likely is often used on its own, and this is not considered incorrect.在非正式的美式英语中,likely 常单独使用,且不被视为有误:◆We will likely see him later.我们可能晚些时候会见到他。◆He said that he would likely run for President.他说他可能竞选总统。See also likely |
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