perchance

Example Sentences

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I think I realized something was up when I began wondering if he, perchance, liked guys.

From Slate • Mar. 3, 2021

Coronavirus: I hail from pangolin, perchance from bat.

From Washington Post • Apr. 16, 2020

The same goes for when we most likely do or perchance do not delete said missives at our convenience.

From Washington Times • Dec. 6, 2019

To sleep, perchance to dream the same ominous dream being shared by three complete strangers — ay, there’s the rub in the new mystery drama “Falling Water.” 10 p.m.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 7, 2016

"I shall keep Shae. Did you perchance note the name of this knight you took her from? I'd rather not have him beside me in the battle."

From "A Game of Thrones" by George R.R. Martin