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Uncertainty

Definition

(formal) A state of doubt or unpredictability about the future or the outcome of a situation; the quality of being uncertain or ambiguous.

Example Sentences

1The economic uncertainty caused by the pandemic led to widespread job losses and business closures.
2How does the uncertainty principle in quantum mechanics challenge traditional notions of determinism?
3There is still considerable uncertainty about the long-term effects of climate change on global ecosystems.
4Try to minimize uncertainty in your research design by controlling for extraneous variables.
5The uncertainty surrounding the new policy has led to confusion among stakeholders and the general public.

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