Trust and Uncertainty

to guarantee that something specific will happen

Success was now assured with the implementation of the new strategy.

to check the wellbeing, truth, or condition of someone or something

She called her elderly neighbor every morning to check on her wellbeing and see if she needed any assistance.

to put trust in something or someone

You can count on me to help you with the project; I'm always here for support.

to think that something is true based on probability or likelihood

Without clear evidence, she could only presume that the meeting would be rescheduled.

to throw something with a quick and sudden motion

He decided to toss his keys onto the table as he entered the room.

to regard something or someone as smaller or less important than they really are

She warned him not to underestimate the challenges of starting a new business from scratch.

to make something physically or structurally less strong or sturdy

Exposure to harsh weather conditions can weaken the structure of outdoor furniture.

to guarantee that something specific will happen

Success was now assured with the implementation of the new strategy.

real and tangible, existing in physical form that can be sensed or experienced

The detective searched for concrete clues at the crime scene to solve the mystery.

(of a person) uncertain or hesitant about something

He appeared doubtful about the reliability of the information he received.

causing doubt or suspicion

His dubious explanation for being late didn’t seem believable.

not producing a clear result or decision

The medical tests were inconclusive, so further examination is needed to determine the cause of the symptoms.

built to endure stress or wear without breaking or being easily damaged

The robust construction of the bridge ensured it could withstand heavy traffic and severe weather conditions.

to put something or someone somewhere or in a certain position

She set the book on the table.

having doubts about something's truth, validity, or reliability

Despite the promising claims, Lisa remained skeptical about the new diet's effectiveness.

according to opinions or guesses instead of facts or evidence

The article contained speculative theories about the origins of the universe.

to think that something is probably true, especially something bad, without having proof

I suspect he's been lying about where he was last night.

not firmly established or decided, with the possibility of changes in the future

They reached a tentative agreement on the terms of the contract, pending further negotiation.

clearly true and therefore impossible to deny or question

The impact of climate change on the environment is undeniable, as evidenced by rising temperatures and melting ice caps.

to certainly happen at some point in the future

With the team's talent and dedication, it's a matter of time before they win the championship.

used to emphasize a statement or opinion in a forceful or confrontational way

That's the best movie of the year, or what!

to have a likelihood of success or achieving a desired outcome

She was so nervous during the interview that she didn't think she stood a chance of getting the job.

used to convey that something cannot happen under any given circumstances

There is no question of the project being postponed.

used to say that one can never be sure of something

In the ever-changing world of technology, you can never tell which new innovation will become the next big thing.

the action of trying to provide an answer without having all the necessary information

In the absence of a calculator, I had to resort to guesswork to estimate the total cost of my purchases at the store.

a feeling of doubt, uncertainty, or reluctance before acting

She showed hesitation before agreeing to the risky plan.

a person's point of view or attitude toward life or a particular subject

His optimistic outlook on life helped him overcome many challenges.

a logically contradictory statement that might actually be true

It's a paradox that the more choices we have, the harder it becomes to make a decision.

a condition or situation that is unsettled, dependent on chance, or unpredictable, often causing doubt

The financial market is full of uncertainties.

in a way that something is done without much trouble or exertion

She completed the marathon easily.

used to suggest that something is assumed to be true, often with a hint of doubt

She was supposedly the last person to leave the building, according to eyewitnesses.

said to mean that a good or bad event occurred by chance

As luck would have it, I found my lost keys just before leaving the house.

built in a way that does not let through any bullets or other projectiles

The bulletproof vest saved the officer's life during the shootout.