it's unlikely

Grammar usage guide and real-world examples

Use "it's unlikely" to express that something is improbable but not impossible. For example, "It's unlikely that the project will be completed on time given the current delays."

You can use alternatives such as "it's improbable", "it's doubtful", or "it's questionable" depending on the context and the strength of your doubt.

Both "it's unlikely" and "it is unlikely" are grammatically correct. The contracted form, "it's unlikely", is more common in informal contexts, while "it is unlikely" may be preferred in more formal writing.

"It's unlikely" suggests a low probability but acknowledges that something is still possible. "It's impossible", on the other hand, indicates that something cannot happen under any circumstances.