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and chances are vs and chances are that

Both "and chances are" and "and chances are that" are correct, but they are used in slightly different contexts. "And chances are" is a more informal and concise way of expressing a likelihood or probability, while "and chances are that" is a more formal and complete version of the phrase.

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and chances are

This phrase is correct and commonly used in informal contexts to express a likelihood or probability.

This phrase is used to indicate a high probability or likelihood of something happening. It is often used in informal conversations or writing.

Examples:

I'll see you tomorrow, and chances are we'll go to the beach.
He's always late, and chances are he'll be late again today.
She's a great cook, and chances are the dinner will be delicious.
I'll call you later, and chances are you'll be asleep by then.
The weather forecast says it will rain, and chances are it will.

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Jan 27, 2013 ... I'd go farther: there's no 'degree of correctness' here, and "Chances are he overslept" is entirely grammatical. – StoneyB Jan 27 '13 at 15:08 ...
Dance beneath the light with that look in your eyes. I can't stop loving you. Time passes quickly and chances are few. I won't stop till I'm through loving you girl
Dance beneath the light with that look in your eyes. I can't stop loving you. Time passes quickly and chances are few. I won't stop till I'm through loving you, girl.
May 16, 2012 ... I can't stop loving you, time passes quickly and chances are few. I won't stop till I' m through loving you, girl. There's a window in a heart, I've ...

Alternatives:

it is likely that
it is probable that
it is possible that
it is expected that
it is anticipated that

and chances are that

This phrase is correct and more formal than the shorter version. It is commonly used in written and formal contexts.

This phrase is used to indicate a high probability or likelihood of something happening, but in a more formal or complete way. It is often used in written communication or formal settings.

Examples:

The project is running behind schedule, and chances are that it will be delayed further.
The company is facing financial difficulties, and chances are that layoffs will occur.
The test results are not looking good, and chances are that the patient will need surgery.
The negotiations are tense, and chances are that an agreement will not be reached.
The market is volatile, and chances are that prices will continue to fluctuate.

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What if you could eliminate your body but retain the experience of eating? You would eat without obesity, and chances are that you would be a happier person.
Say "Marhaba" to Shannon Elizabeth Munyan and chances are that she will respond to you in fluent Arabic. That may not sound strange, but for an American ...
1 day ago ... Chances are you have a favorite, chances are you have a top 20, and chances are that The Muppets Christmas Carol falls somewhere on that ...
Oct 16, 2015 ... It's finally the long-awaited weekend, and chances are that you haven't had much time to construct the perfect date outfit for whatever activity is ...

Alternatives:

it is likely that
it is probable that
it is possible that
it is expected that
it is anticipated that

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