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Likelys is a term used in probability and statistics to describe an event or outcome that has a high chance of occurring. It is not a precise mathematical term like "probability" or "expected value," but rather a qualitative descriptor. When something is described as a "likely" event, it suggests that its occurrence is more probable than not, or at least significantly more probable than alternative outcomes.

The assessment of something being likely can stem from various sources. It might be based on observed frequencies of past events, historical data, or the understanding of underlying causal mechanisms. For instance, if it has rained every afternoon for the past week, one might consider it likely to rain again this afternoon. In a scientific context, a hypothesis might be considered likely if the available evidence strongly supports it.

Conversely, an unlikely event is one with a low probability of occurring. The distinction between likely and unlikely is subjective to some degree, but it generally implies a clear leaning towards or away from a particular outcome. In everyday language, "likely" often means something that is reasonably expected to happen, without the need for rigorous mathematical calculation. It serves as a way to communicate a strong sense of anticipation or expectation regarding a future event or state.