Hedge Detection

Imagine a doctor says “The patient likely has pneumonia” versus “The patient has pneumonia.” That single word changes everything. The first statement hedges the diagnosis, expressing uncertainty that could affect treatment decisions. The second makes a definitive claim.

Imagine a doctor says “The patient likely has pneumonia” versus “The patient has pneumonia.” That single word changes everything. The first statement hedges the diagnosis, expressing uncertainty that could affect treatment decisions. The second makes a definitive claim.