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un·cer·tain Listen to audio/ˌʌnˈsɚt/ adjective
[more uncertain; most uncertain] : not certain: such as a : not exactly known or decided : not definite or fixed
an uncertain quantity The time of departure is still uncertain.
b : not sure : having some doubt about something
We are still uncertain of the truth. She remains uncertain about her plans. I'm uncertain about how to respond.
c : not definitely known
an uncertain claim The cause of the fire is uncertain.
d : likely to change : not constant or dependable
uncertain weather He has an uncertain temper. They face a financially uncertain future.
in no uncertain terms
: in a very clear and direct way
My mother told me in no uncertain terms to never say that word again!
— un·cer·tain·ly adverb
Should I leave? I asked uncertainly. A drunk guy staggered uncertainly along the street.

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