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possibly

/ˈpɒsɪbli/ /ˈpɑsəbli/

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adverb

可能，也许，或许。

(modifying a clause or predicate) Perhaps; indicates that the proposition may be true (is not certainly false) regardless of any facts or circumstances known to, stated by or implied by the speaker.

Examples :

"My sister might be late for work; she possibly got caught in traffic. "

我妹妹上班可能会迟到，她可能是堵在路上了。

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adverb

可能，也许。

(modifying a verb) In the realm of possibility; indicates that the action may successfully be performed (is not impossible) regardless of any facts or circumstances known to, stated by or implied by the speaker that might limit the performance.

Examples :

"My teacher possibly will give us an extra day to finish the project. "

我的老师可能会给我们多一天的时间来完成项目。

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