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Definition the balance of probabilities in British English

the balance of probabilities noun

noun
/ˌbæləns əv ˌprɒbəˈbɪlətiz/
1

the standard of proof that has to be reached in civil cases and which is less than complete certainty

Example

The judge was, on the balance of probabilities, satisfied that the defendant had breached her duty of care.

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Definition the balance of probabilities in British English