1
as in potential
something that can develop or become actual
there's a possibility for violence in the situation
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2
as in event
something that might happen
winning the championship is a real possibility for us
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Recent Examples of possibility
After that, Tehran is supposed to discuss with Oman and the Gulf states how the strait will be administered, leaving open the possibility that tolls could be imposed later.
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Spencer Kimball,
CNBC,
22 June 2026
So working across different countries and with different partners can really expand our possibilities creatively, financially, and in terms of reach.
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Rafa Sales Ross,
Variety,
22 June 2026
Relative humidity values below 15% south of Modesto and Fresno will raise the possibility of wildfire activity.
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Sean MacAday,
Sacbee.com,
22 June 2026
Another possibility is that AMD made the move for performance reasons.
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Dan Goodin,
ArsTechnica,
22 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for possibility
Spencer Kimball,
CNBC,
22 June 2026
So working across different countries and with different partners can really expand our possibilities creatively, financially, and in terms of reach.
—
Rafa Sales Ross,
Variety,
22 June 2026
Relative humidity values below 15% south of Modesto and Fresno will raise the possibility of wildfire activity.
—
Sean MacAday,
Sacbee.com,
22 June 2026
Another possibility is that AMD made the move for performance reasons.
—
Dan Goodin,
ArsTechnica,
22 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for possibility
Recent Examples of Synonyms for possibility
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This kind of shallow quake is typically felt more intensely and carries greater potential for surface damage.
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There's a potential for arm wrestles and camaraderie at some point.
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The best Prime Day clothing deals tend to change day by day, so check back in over the course of the event to shop all the newest and most exciting markdowns.
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Boggi Milano, which will also be the official licensee of the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027, is a fitting partner to the global sporting event.
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Dozens of prospects came into their practice facility to work out in front of front office members, scouts, coaches, and more.
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The other top prospects in the draft, including Kansas’ Darryn Peterson and Duke’s Cam Boozer, were in contention for the top pick.
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The dismissal of the arson charge does not end the criminal case against Hobby.
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Mexico has fired several shots toward Czechia's goal but has lacked precision or, in some cases, power.
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But that potentiality feels nascent in Slater’s current rendering of the part rather than fully acknowledged and explored.
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Quantum Thinking As Catalyst For Innovation Quantum theory describes a reality shaped by uncertainty, potentiality and interconnection.
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Such a system would be very attractive for disaster relief and even more so for the US and allied militaries, which currently spend a great deal of time and effort maintaining supply depots around the world to prepare for future contingencies.
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But Councilmember Anthony Tordillos pointed to the city’s recent contingency planning for Measure A, a local hotel tax increase that is currently maintaining a comfortable 67% approval in recent ballot returns.
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“Possibility.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/possibility. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
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