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
Amid discussions about how to keep the peace in Ukraine in the event of a settlement, the government in Ireland – a military minnow focused on peacekeeping operations – put forward legislation to allow troops to be deployed without UN approval, skirting a possible Russian (or American) veto.
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Christian Edwards, CNN Money, 30 Mar. 2025
The possible plagiarism appears throughout the thesis.
—Jasmine Baehr, FOXNews.com, 30 Mar. 2025
With the country currently in the grip of a devastating drought, even basic remediation measures such as planting grass in the courtyards, which was encouraged by authorities in order to reduce the spreading of toxic dust, are no longer possible.
—Julie Bourdin, NPR, 30 Mar. 2025
Wind gusts of up to 60 mph are also possible and could reduce visibility to a quarter mile or less for large parts of the day making travel difficult or even impossible in some areas.
—Kenton Gewecke, ABC News, 18 Mar. 2025
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Christian Edwards, CNN Money, 30 Mar. 2025
The possible plagiarism appears throughout the thesis.
—Jasmine Baehr, FOXNews.com, 30 Mar. 2025
With the country currently in the grip of a devastating drought, even basic remediation measures such as planting grass in the courtyards, which was encouraged by authorities in order to reduce the spreading of toxic dust, are no longer possible.
—Julie Bourdin, NPR, 30 Mar. 2025
Wind gusts of up to 60 mph are also possible and could reduce visibility to a quarter mile or less for large parts of the day making travel difficult or even impossible in some areas.
—Kenton Gewecke, ABC News, 18 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for possible
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If London and Paris can overcome these hurdles, offering effective extended deterrence to vulnerable eastern European countries may be feasible.—
Mark S. Bell,
Foreign Affairs,
31 Mar. 2025
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Construction experts say rising property insurance costs in Florida contribute to the affordable housing problem, with some developers saying such units are not financially feasible.—
James Wilkins,
Orlando Sentinel,
25 Mar. 2025
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People who are pregnant or lactating should generally avoid the keto diet due to potential risks and complications.—
Melissa Nieves,
Verywell Health,
9 Apr. 2025
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Legendary Entertainment, the film's production company, declined to comment on Pattinson's potential casting, and representatives for the actor didn't immediately respond to requests for comment.—
Wesley Stenzel,
EW.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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Burden is a solid selection at No. 20 and would become a viable No. 2 for the Cowboys.—
Saad Yousuf,
New York Times,
8 Apr. 2025
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Attorney Wilfredo Allen told el Nuevo Herald that this is the most viable option for those who have not yet completed a year of physical presence in the U.S. and are hoping to qualify under the Cuban Adjustment Act.—
Maykel Gonzalez,
Miami Herald,
8 Apr. 2025
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“Possible.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/possible. Accessed 13 Apr. 2025.
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