| 单词 | possible |
| 释义 | possible (pɒsɪbəl ) Word forms: possibles 1. adjective [usually verb-link ADJECTIVE] A1 If it is possible to do something, it can be done. If it is possible to find out where your brother is, we shall. Everything is possible if we want it enough. This morning he had tried every way possible to contact her. Live as you like, leave home if you want–that was never possible when I was young. It's been a beautiful evening and you have made it all possible. Synonyms: feasible, viable, workable, achievable 2. adjective [usually ADJECTIVE noun] A2 A possible event is one that might happen. The families are meeting lawyers to discuss possible action against the police. Her family is discussing a possible move to America. One possible solution, if all else fails, is to take legal action. Is this not a possible outcome of the development of genetically modified food? Synonyms: likely, potential, anticipated, probable 3. adjective [verb-link ADJECTIVE] B1 If you say that it is possible that something is true or correct, you mean that although you do not know whether it is true or correct, you accept that it might be. [vagueness] It is possible that there's an explanation for all this. Of course it's possible that a severe shake-up would make your husband realize how much you really mean to him. Synonyms: conceivable, likely, credible, plausible 4. adjective A2 If you do something as soon as possible, you do it as soon as you can. If you get as much as possible of something, you get as much of it as you can. Please make your decision as soon as possible. I want to learn as much as possible about the industry so that I'm better prepared. Michael sat down as far away from her as possible. Buy fresh produce as often as possible. 5. adjective You use possible with superlative adjectives to emphasize that something has more or less of a quality than anything else of its kind. [emphasis] They have joined the job market at the worst possible time. We expressed in the clearest possible way our disappointment, hurt and anger. He is doing the best job possible. 6. adjective B2 You use possible in expressions such as 'if possible' and 'if at all possible' when stating a wish or intention, to show that although this is what you really want, you may have to accept something different. [politeness] I need to see you, right away if possible. ...the moral duty to uphold peace if at all possible. 7. adjective [ADJECTIVE noun] If you describe someone as, for example, a possible Prime Minister, you mean that they may become Prime Minister. It seems that the studio saw her as a possible successor to Bette Davis. Bradley has been considered a possible presidential contender himself. Possible is also a noun. Kennedy was tipped as a presidential possible. He had been on the Nobel Prize committee's list of possibles. 8. singular noun The possible is everything that can be done in a situation. He is a democrat with the skill, nerve, and ingenuity to push the limits of the possible. Quotations: Everything is possible, including the impossible With God all things are possible Bible: St. Matthew Collocations: as soon as possible Serve piping hot as soon as possible, with croutons. Times, Sunday Times If so, set a course to change as soon as possible. Times,Sunday Times If this happens, replant as soon as possible. Times, Sunday Times I know they would appreciate answers to their questions in writing as soon as possible. Times, Sunday Times I look forward to resuming my ministry as soon as possible. Times, Sunday Times What were the main challenges in this case and possible implications? Times, Sunday Times What are the possible implications of this case? Times, Sunday Times The possible implications of the case are huge. Times, Sunday Times Financial experts sounded alarm, however, at the possible implications of the move. Times, Sunday Times What were the main challenges in this case and the possible implications in the field of sport - or more generally? Times, Sunday Times Leading motoring lawyers have advised the duke to surrender his licence in a bid to avoid possible prosecution. Times, Sunday Times The factors considered for a possible prosecution include cost, the quality of the evidence and the operational impact. Times, Sunday Times Failure to do so will render them liable for penalties of between 30 and 100 per cent and possible prosecution. Times, Sunday Times Footage of drivers ignoring patrol instructions can be used as evidence by the police for possible prosecution. Times, Sunday Times It will refer the matter for possible prosecution. Times, Sunday Times A possible remedy would be an established antitrust ban on pre-announcements of new products that could contribute to the maintenance of market power. Times, Sunday Times Decertification of police has been cited as another possible remedy. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Other possible remedies include restricting their use of automatic renewal. The Sun One possible remedy towards difficulty of approach-ability to the trams could be to relay the tracks on left and the right sides of the road, adjacent to the footpaths. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Other possible remedies include radical measures to ease switching accounts, increase the transparency on charges, and help the growing band of challenger banks to provide meaningful competition. Times, Sunday Times Another says a goalkeeper must feel secure, that he should not be looking over his shoulder at the performances in practice of his possible replacement. Times, Sunday Times Power can drain away at any moment, triggered by a few bad results or speculation about a possible replacement. Times, Sunday Times There seems to be no possible replacement, though, for the original movie's effervescent novelty value. Times, Sunday Times While it has never been mentioned officially as a possible replacement, locals are wondering if it might be needed in an emergency. The Sun Boron carbide has been identified as a possible replacement for more toxic barium or hexachloroethane mixtures in smoke munitions, signal flares and fireworks. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 One possible route may go through his constituency. Times, Sunday Times He needed something ferociously twisty, that epitomised slow, tortuous progress and incessant digression on the longest possible route between two points. Times, Sunday Times A third possible route to admissibility was provided by section 114 (2)(d). Times, Sunday Times By working in unison, routers help to direct a signal along the best possible route. Times, Sunday Times Today, however, students with entrepreneurial leanings are looking at business schools as a possible route to improving their chances of success. Times, Sunday Times Two days before, every possible scenario was running through my mind. Times, Sunday Times For surveillance operations we prepare for every possible scenario, but people always surprise you, so you have to stay focused. Times, Sunday Times So walking into a room in the worst possible scenario won't damage me or hurt as much as that did. The Sun Rather than address every possible scenario, we focus on one thing: connection. Christianity Today In one possible scenario, this will lead governments to pay unemployed citizens a universal basic income, freeing them to pursue their dreams unburdened by the need to earn a living. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 It has led to him being touted as a possible successor to his opposite number tomorrow. The Sun No information was given as to a possible successor. Times, Sunday Times A former defence minister, he had once been spoken of as a possible successor. Times, Sunday Times A six-month mourning period was observed, during which it was taboo to mention a possible successor. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Though reportedly investigating possible successors, they will surely discard him reluctantly. Times, Sunday Times She had just got out of her patrol car to speak to a possible suspect when he opened fire. Times, Sunday Times The case against him and others collapsed when it was revealed police failed to pass on important information about another possible suspect. The Sun He was considered by many a key witness and possible suspect. Times, Sunday Times Police say they have information on a possible suspect in the area, but have yet to question anyone or release a name. Times, Sunday Times However, other witnesses described a possible suspect as having thick dark hair with a side parting. Times, Sunday Times No two cards were the same, and he produced all possible variations. Times, Sunday Times However, there are many possible variations. Times, Sunday Times Because of the large range of possible variations, masala chai can be considered a class of tea rather than a specific kind. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 There are numerous possible variations to this basic scheme. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 It contains engines and turbines, aircraft, motorcycles, and vehicles in a plethora of possible variations. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 It's quite possible his family have never heard of him either, but never mind. The Sun It's quite possible we have built, and are planning to build, some road schemes that aren't worth the money. Times, Sunday Times It's quite possible your project can proceed with only minor alterations. Times, Sunday Times It's quite possible they will go for the full trip and see you only for a few minutes. Times, Sunday Times It's quite possible, therefore, that an increased number of admissions testifies to our improved awareness, not our greater failing. Times, Sunday Times Neither seemed to think it remotely possible to use this menacing word, except as an insult directed towards an opponent's plans. Times, Sunday Times It's remotely possible, you briefly feel, that anything could happen. Times, Sunday Times Few analysts expect that to be remotely possible until late this year. Globe and Mail Graphene has now been proved in the lab — many of the applications on my list are already technically possible. Times, Sunday Times The flying car has been technically possible for years but the legal runway was cleared for take-off only four years ago. Times, Sunday Times It's not even clear that it would be technically possible to leave. Times, Sunday Times The regulator will then introduce new numbers starting with 0 and 1, which was not technically possible previously because of the way calls are routed. Times, Sunday Times Although tidal energy has been considered technically possible for years it was largely ignored because other sources were simpler. Times, Sunday Times Though that may become theoretically possible, scientists say that in practice the odds against success remain long. Times, Sunday Times Although it's theoretically possible to summarize in a purely descriptive fashion, judgment almost always creeps in. Christianity Today It would be theoretically possible to have a look. Times, Sunday Times Granted, there are circumstances in which not having time to eat lunch might be theoretically possible. Times, Sunday Times And many of these theoretically possible technological advances may not pan out. Times, Sunday Times Translations: Chinese: 可能的 Japanese: 可能な |
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