1
as in feasible
capable of being done or carried out
I think that building the entire set in two days is possible, albeit difficult
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2
as in potential
existing only as a possibility and not in fact
only one of several possible outcomes
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Recent Examples of possible
Fans began speculating about a possible Thug album dropping later that night.
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Andre Gee, Rolling Stone, 10 Apr. 2025
Where possible, materials had to be shipped by sea during the short thaw to save on expensive airfreight.
—Amber Dowling, IndieWire, 9 Apr. 2025
Taking the time to prepare now ensures that when the opportunity to sell a business arises, the business is in a position to attract serious buyers and command the highest possible price.
—Lien De Pau, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
Additionally, Garcia-Aquino faces a possible maximum sentence of life in prison without parole.
—Greg Norman, FOXNews.com, 9 Apr. 2025
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Andre Gee, Rolling Stone, 10 Apr. 2025
Where possible, materials had to be shipped by sea during the short thaw to save on expensive airfreight.
—Amber Dowling, IndieWire, 9 Apr. 2025
Taking the time to prepare now ensures that when the opportunity to sell a business arises, the business is in a position to attract serious buyers and command the highest possible price.
—Lien De Pau, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
Additionally, Garcia-Aquino faces a possible maximum sentence of life in prison without parole.
—Greg Norman, FOXNews.com, 9 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for possible
Recent Examples of Synonyms for possible
Adjective
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In an ideal world, our pets could come everywhere with us—but taking a cat on a two-week vacation to a hot destination isn't exactly feasible.—
Raja Krishnamoorthi,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Apr. 2025
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Shifting production to the U.S., one of Trump's goals in imposing tariffs on China and almost every other country in the world, is not feasible, says Jami Warner, executive director of the American Christmas Tree Association.—
Andrew Silver and Casey Hall,
USA Today,
9 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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During part two of the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills season 14 reunion special, the reality star, 56, defended her decision to keep quiet about her relationship with Morgan Wade, after their friendship fueled rumors of a potential romance.—
Esther Kang,
People.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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Legendary Entertainment, the film's production company, declined to comment on Pattinson's potential casting, and representatives for the actor didn't immediately respond to requests for comment.—
Wesley Stenzel,
EW.com,
9 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Demonstrate robust execution and viable market potential.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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Attorney Wilfredo Allen told el Nuevo Herald that this is the most viable option for those who have not yet completed a year of physical presence in the U.S. and are hoping to qualify under the Cuban Adjustment Act.—
Maykel Gonzalez,
Miami Herald,
8 Apr. 2025
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“Possible.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/possible. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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