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Nine Times Out Of Ten

The idiom "nine times out of ten" means that something happens or is true most of the time, but not always. It's used to express a high probability or likelihood of something happening.

For example, if you say "nine times out of ten, I prefer coffee over tea," it means that most of the time you prefer coffee, but there may be occasions when you prefer tea.

Another example could be "nine times out of ten, he's always late for our meetings." This means that most of the time he's late, but there may be occasions when he's on time.

In general, this idiom is used to express a high probability of something happening, but not an absolute certainty. It's a way of acknowledging that there may be exceptions to the rule.


The usage of the idiom 'Nine Times Out Of Ten' in a sentence

• Nine times out of ten, I eat breakfast at home.

• Nine times out of ten, I can predict the ending of a mystery novel before I finish reading it.

• Nine times out of ten, I find that exercise helps to relieve stress.

• Nine times out of ten, I have a cup of coffee before starting my workday.

• Nine times out of ten, my cat will come running when I shake her food bag.

• Nine times out of ten, I prefer to read a book rather than watch TV.

• Nine times out of ten, reading a book is more enjoyable than watching TV.

• Nine times out of ten, I prefer to drink tea instead of coffee.

• Nine times out of ten, successful people have a strong work ethic and persistence.

• Nine times out of ten, I eat cereal for breakfast.

• Nine times out of ten, traveling by train is more comfortable than by bus.

• Nine times out of ten, being honest is the best policy in any situation.

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