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
This finals matchup is a perfect promotional ending, with this 68-win Thunder squad showing dominance is still possible in the second-apron era and the plucky Pacers (who started the season 10-15 before finishing 50-32) reminding the masses underdog tales are still in play, too.
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Sam Amick, New York Times, 22 June 2025
At least seven state investigators on the case have been hospitalized for possible exposure to the poison, WISN.com reported.
—Michael Dorgan, FOXNews.com, 22 June 2025
The town of Porter is committed to keeping its dispatch center with Chesterton as long as possible.
—Shelley Jones, Chicago Tribune, 22 June 2025
This might signal that the two are also getting ready for a possible upcoming change.
—Lissete Lanuza Sáenz, StyleCaster, 22 June 2025
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Sam Amick, New York Times, 22 June 2025
At least seven state investigators on the case have been hospitalized for possible exposure to the poison, WISN.com reported.
—Michael Dorgan, FOXNews.com, 22 June 2025
The town of Porter is committed to keeping its dispatch center with Chesterton as long as possible.
—Shelley Jones, Chicago Tribune, 22 June 2025
This might signal that the two are also getting ready for a possible upcoming change.
—Lissete Lanuza Sáenz, StyleCaster, 22 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for possible
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Transferring the manufacturing models used in emerging economies to the U.S. simply isn't feasible.—
Kristen Waggoner,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 June 2025
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Measuring fetal testosterone exposure would require continuous monitoring of levels in the amniotic fluid, which isn’t feasible.—
Julia Ries,
Health,
24 June 2025
Adjective
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In early June, Politico reported that officials were vetting thousands of detainees from different countries, including European allies, for a potential transfer to Guantanamo Bay, a report that the White House denied at the time.—
Camilo Montoya-Galvez
July 1,
CBS News,
1 July 2025
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With new media deals already locked in, the league is riding the momentum into expansion despite the potential labor fight, which could create a possible work stoppage if a new accord isn’t agreed upon by the end of October.—
Eric Jackson,
Sportico.com,
1 July 2025
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For aspiring entrepreneurs, the platform provides a roadmap—from evaluating whether an idea is viable and profitable, to determining the necessary steps and legal requirements to operate in specific markets, and how to successfully execute the business plan.—
Sonia Osorio,
Miami Herald,
1 July 2025
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Although short codes remain a viable option for certain messaging programs, most software providers today are choosing between toll-free and 10DLC numbers for their A2P messaging needs.—
Aaron Alter,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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“Possible.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/possible. Accessed 5 Jul. 2025.
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