The phrase "a substantial probability of" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when discussing the likelihood or chance of an event occurring, particularly in formal or academic contexts.
Example: "There is a substantial probability of rain tomorrow, so we should consider rescheduling the outdoor event."
Alternatives: "a significant likelihood of" or "a considerable chance of".
The Bush team "has a substantial probability of success," he said.
The maximum penalty for a violation that causes a "substantial probability of death — or serious physical harm" is $7,000.
The governor's plan would allow caregivers to commit people if they believe there is a "substantial probability" of harm.
Justice Scalia said that "it suffices to say that the issuance of the stay suggests that a majority of the court, while not deciding the issues presented, believe that the petitioner has a substantial probability of success".
On one level, that statement was simple boilerplate: any party seeking a stay from the United States Supreme Court, or any other court, ordinarily has to show a substantial probability of success.
It said: "The issuance of the stay suggests that a majority of the court, while not deciding the issues presented, believe that the petitioner has a substantial probability of success".
"Had I thought that there was a substantial probability that because of the movement of unemployment that (forward guidance) would have a life of less than a year then I wouldn't have been enthusiastic," he said.
The three-judge panel, which heard arguments Tuesday in Richmond, said in its order that public access cannot be denied without proof of a "substantial probability" that pretrial publicity jeopardizes the defendant's right to a fair trial.
The agency defined a serious violation as one in which there is a substantial probability that death or serious injury could result from a condition, and the employer knew or should have known of the hazard.
