maybe

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adverb

may·​be ˈmā-bē How to pronounce maybe (audio)
 also  ˈme-

maybe

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noun

Examples of maybe in a Sentence

Adverb maybe we can make it to the concert, if we hurry
Recent Examples on the Web
Adverb
Tell him that the world needs Biden’s full attention as president for the next six months, and maybe things unfold like in 1987 and 2015. Paul Kane, Washington Post, 13 July 2024 So slow down, dive in, stop to smell the abundant flowers, and maybe wax just a little poetic on this inspiring jewel of an island. Elizabeth Heath, Travel + Leisure, 13 July 2024
Noun
However, finding one that can truly fit under the seat in front of you, no ifs, buts, or maybes, can be tricky — that’s where the Rockland Melrose Underseat Carry-on Suitcase comes in handy. Asia London Palomba, Travel + Leisure, 3 July 2024 The truth is a compilation of the maybes for a Knicks team now facing elimination after a disappointing 116-103 loss to the Pacers in Game 6 on Friday. Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 18 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for maybe 

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Word History

First Known Use

Adverb

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Noun

1598, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of maybe was in the 15th century

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“Maybe.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/maybe. Accessed 27 Jul. 2024.

Kids Definition

maybe

adverb
may·​be
ˈmā-bē,
ˈmeb-ē

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