Definition of mayhapnext

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Recent Examples of mayhap Given that the Switch is getting up there in years compared to its competition, mayhap a new system is on the horizon, one that might be teased at tomorrow’s Direct? Ash Parrish, The Verge, 7 Feb. 2023
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Adverb
  • In an effort to create at last some variety to their shows, and maybe a surprise, a band or performer is now more apt to tinker with their set list.
    Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 30 June 2026
  • Dee Hock is the only one who figured this before, and maybe an agent trained on his thoughts and on how to design a chaordic alliance of frenemies may be able to help the Open Standard team scale.
    Christian Catalini, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026
Adverb
  • And working on these stories for USA TODAY 250, did anything about the country feel clearer to you or perhaps more complicated?
    Dana Taylor, USA Today, 3 July 2026
  • But perhaps Modrić and Croatia can surprise everyone and make one more run.
    Ashley Mowreader, NBC news, 3 July 2026
Adverb
  • While high-income OnlyFans models can make as much as $100,000 per month − or even in the millions for some celebrity accounts − most aren't rising to that kind of success overnight, or possibly ever.
    Alyssa Goldberg, USA Today, 1 July 2026
  • Al Zaidi said production could potentially increase to two million bpd and possibly exceed the OPEC quota limitations.
    Melissa Hancock, Fortune, 30 June 2026
Adverb
  • The long-term health effects of the fire and its smoke probably won’t be known unless researchers conduct a follow-up study, said Eisenman of UCLA.
    Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 30 June 2026
  • Chan says the trend probably isn't for daters who have a problem overworking in their relationships.
    Charles Trepany, USA Today, 29 June 2026

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“Mayhap.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mayhap. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.

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