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
In terms of snow, one to two inches are possible north and west of the city before the changeover.
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Matthew Villafane, CBS News, 10 Feb. 2026
They agency said teachers who facilitate walkouts will be subject to investigation and possible sanctions could include revoking their licenses.
—Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 10 Feb. 2026
Another possible challenge could be construction, labor and insurance costs, which have surged in recent years.
—Madison Iszler, San Antonio Express-News, 10 Feb. 2026
Change me, drastically if possible.
—Literary Hub, 10 Feb. 2026
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Matthew Villafane, CBS News, 10 Feb. 2026
They agency said teachers who facilitate walkouts will be subject to investigation and possible sanctions could include revoking their licenses.
—Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 10 Feb. 2026
Another possible challenge could be construction, labor and insurance costs, which have surged in recent years.
—Madison Iszler, San Antonio Express-News, 10 Feb. 2026
Change me, drastically if possible.
—Literary Hub, 10 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for possible
Adjective
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The thinking went that the devices, which have grown increasingly popular in recent years, would give residents a feasible alternative to driving to work, the grocery store, or to visit relatives.—
Karen Garcia,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Feb. 2026
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Adding additional snow plows could cost $1 million to $4 million, which city leaders noted was likely not feasible.—
Julia James,
Dallas Morning News,
6 Feb. 2026
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But the document also expresses uncertainty about whether the potential defects constitute a crime, noting that elections in Fulton County have already been the subject of multiple reviews.—
Kate Brumback,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Feb. 2026
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The vast majority of baby foods, drinks and snacks sold in the United States for children ages 6 months to 36 months are ultraprocessed and may contain additives increasingly linked to potential health harms, a new study found.—
Sandee LaMotte,
CNN Money,
11 Feb. 2026
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Every Day Starting your day with a quick, achievable task like making your bed can create a sense of control and accomplishment that sets a positive tone for the rest of the day, week, and longer.—
Lauren Bengtson,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 Feb. 2026
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Reaching the last-16 appears eminently achievable with this squad.—
Chris Waugh,
New York Times,
4 Feb. 2026
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December 22 – January 19 Excellence is attainable with a great team (and a little self-control).—
Tarot.com,
Baltimore Sun,
8 Feb. 2026
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Capricorn December 22 – January 19 Excellence is attainable with a great team (and a little self-control).—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
8 Feb. 2026
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Opportunities that normally would have come easily, like playing on a local recreation league basketball team or getting a part-time job, were no longer viable.—
Jane Harper,
Dallas Morning News,
7 Feb. 2026
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Atkinson added that the most successful strikes occur when consumers have viable alternatives to turn to.—
Juliana Kim,
NPR,
7 Feb. 2026
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“Possible.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/possible. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.
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