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What does possible mean?

"Possible" means having the potential to exist or happen. It suggests that something is not impossible, but it also doesn't mean it's certain or likely to occur.

Here are some ways to think about the word "possible":

* It's a range of possibilities: It's not just "yes" or "no". It includes everything in between, from highly unlikely to quite likely.

* It depends on circumstances: Something might be possible under certain conditions but not under others.

* It's about potential, not certainty: Just because something is possible doesn't mean it will happen.

Examples:

* "It's possible to win the lottery, but it's highly unlikely."

* "It's possible to travel to the moon, but it's very expensive."

* "It's possible that it will rain tomorrow, but the forecast is for sunshine."

The word "possible" is often used in contrast to:

* Impossible: Something that absolutely cannot happen.

* Likely: Something that has a high chance of happening.

* Certain: Something that is guaranteed to happen.

Let me know if you have any more questions about the word "possible"!

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