eventuality
noun/ɪˌvɛntʃuˈælɪti/
Frequency rank: #17,568 most common English word
Meaning
a possible event or outcome, especially one that is unpleasant or unexpected.
Example sentence
We should prepare for every eventuality that might arise during the expedition.
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