uncertainty
noun
un·cer·tain·ty
ˌən-ˈsər-tᵊn-tē 
Examples of uncertainty in a Sentence
There is some uncertainty about the company's future.
He accepted the position without hesitation or uncertainty.
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Ivan Taylor,
CBS News,
30 June 2026
Clint says that the easy ones have growth stories — with annual recurring revenue, strong consensus, social proof — while the best opportunities often have uncertainty, complexity, disagreement, temporary problems and incomplete information.
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Neil Senturia,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 June 2026
American wine has never enjoyed greater global credibility, but the industry faces historic crossroads today, grappling with oversupply, declining consumption and growing uncertainty about its future.
—
Anna Lee Iijima,
Chicago Tribune,
29 June 2026
These agreements clarify financial arrangements post-divorce, ensuring professional independence and reducing uncertainty, as exemplified by David Geffen's divorce.
—
Morgan Mouchette,
Forbes.com,
29 June 2026
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“Uncertainty.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/uncertainty. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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uncertainty
noun
un·cer·tain·ty
ˌən-ˈsərt-ᵊn-tē
1
: lack of certainty
2
: something that is uncertain
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