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possibly

[pos-uh-blee] / ˈpɒs ə bli /


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The giant bowl holds in the atmosphere well, but you have to get in first and that is not helped by possibly the most inadequate signage I have ever come across at a World Cup.

From BBC • Jun. 25, 2026

Because today's birds rely heavily on their strong legs and climbing ability, researchers think the ancient species may have spent less time climbing and possibly retained the ability to fly.

From Science Daily • Jun. 23, 2026

The majority reasoned that in the one-second pause between shots four and five, McBride “could have and should first reassessed the situation” and possibly concluded the suspect no longer posed a danger.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 22, 2026

And that could mean the market testing Warsh’s new commitment, possibly over the next few weeks, to take short-term pain to achieve longer-term goals, the strategists warn.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 22, 2026

But how could she possibly have had enough time to look in the folder, memorize whatever was in there, and then position herself in front of the desk?

From "Found" by Margaret Peterson Haddix




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