Learn · Sentences Legal English (Legal Procedures, Talking about the Law in Various Contexts)
There is a possibility that the case will be dismissed.
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There is a possibility that the case will be dismissed.
Study notes
How to use in different contexts
Giving Advice
It's possible the case will be dismissed; you should prepare for all outcomes.
Describing Habits
I've been anticipating a dismissal, as there's a possibility the case will be dismissed.
Asking About Others
Is there a possibility that the judge will dismiss the case?
Sharing Hypotheticals
If new evidence emerges, there's a possibility the case will be dismissed.
Rephrased versions
Formal
The case may be dismissed.
Casual
There's a chance the case will get dropped.
Simpler English
The case might be thrown out.
Phrases to learn
possibility that
A chance or likelihood that something will happen.
case will be dismissed
The legal proceedings will be ended without a decision.