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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
Miami Dolphins cornerback Jalen Ramsey, who helped the Rams win Super Bowl LVI, remains in play as a possible addition to a Rams team regarded as a Super Bowl contender, coach Sean McVay acknowledged after practice.
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Houston Mitchell, Los Angeles Times, 29 May 2025
Tracing its fall—and possible revival Once a global manufacturing powerhouse, the United States built its empire on steel, cars, and innovation.
—Amanda Castro, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 May 2025
The Boise City Council approved plan modifications May 13 for a central village green and town center that would include shopping, coffee shops and food spots, including possible food carts in a park area.
—Nick Rosenberger, Idaho Statesman, 29 May 2025
Take extra caution when on the road or avoid driving if possible.
—Star-Telegram Weather Bot, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 May 2025
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Houston Mitchell, Los Angeles Times, 29 May 2025
Tracing its fall—and possible revival Once a global manufacturing powerhouse, the United States built its empire on steel, cars, and innovation.
—Amanda Castro, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 May 2025
The Boise City Council approved plan modifications May 13 for a central village green and town center that would include shopping, coffee shops and food spots, including possible food carts in a park area.
—Nick Rosenberger, Idaho Statesman, 29 May 2025
Take extra caution when on the road or avoid driving if possible.
—Star-Telegram Weather Bot, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for possible
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Is that feasible and also what the Trump administration is trying to do? Miran’s is a very important paper, with many interesting observations.—
George Calhoun,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2025
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Reese said that over 75% of the company’s resin material imports are sourced from Asia, and that replacing these suppliers with U.S.-based manufacturers was not a feasible option.—
Callum Sutherland,
Time,
29 May 2025
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While proponents argue that these measures will reduce regulatory delays and bolster U.S. technological leadership, there will no doubt be concerns about potential compromises to safety and the undermining of regulatory independence.—
Garth Friesen,
Forbes.com,
26 May 2025
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In 2024, Beshear landed on the list of potential vice presidential running mates for Democratic nominee Kamala Harris.—
Bill Barrow,
Los Angeles Times,
26 May 2025
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Foundation ownership challenges traditional shareholder capitalism's profit-first mentality and is gaining recognition as a viable way to control large public companies.—
Tima Bansal,
Forbes.com,
26 May 2025
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These two species can mate with one another, producing a hybrid, which can produce viable offspring.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
25 May 2025
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“Possible.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/possible. Accessed 9 Jun. 2025.
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