whenever possible

idiom

: whenever there is an opportunity
I like to go swimming whenever possible.

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And whenever possible, keep exercise equipment and visible screens out of the room to preserve a sense of calm. Angelika Pokovba, Martha Stewart, 21 Feb. 2026 Sparhawk credits the song for reminding him to choose optimism during tough times whenever possible. Nina Corcoran, Pitchfork, 17 Feb. 2026 Under the measures, hospital stays and surgical activity will be limited whenever possible. Michael Rios, CNN Money, 10 Feb. 2026 In any case, let the genuine desire to learn and understand take precedence over defensiveness whenever possible. Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 8 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for whenever possible

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“Whenever possible.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/whenever%20possible. Accessed 23 Feb. 2026.

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