单词 | as soon as poss |
释义 | > as lemmasas soon as poss Short for possible adj. Chiefly in if poss, as soon as poss. ΘΚΠ the mind > mental capacity > belief > uncertainty, doubt, hesitation > possibility > [adjective] possiblec1384 possibly1542 resortible1586 feasible1611 mortal1616 maybe1687 poss1853 1853 J. R. Browne Journey Frangi xx. 181 To-morrow morning they intended, if poss, to depart. 1892 D. Chiderdoss in J. S. Farmer Musa Pedestris (1964) 189 I resolved, if pos., that I'd sample my lucky star. 1909 Punch 3 Mar. 160/1 People tell me I ought to have all the amusement poss to prevent me from brooding, so I'm making an effort. 1916 A. Huxley Let. 30 June (1969) 104 Think over this and let us have it as soon as poss. 1959 P. Bull I know Face i. 27 I only came back with four ambitions in mind: to learn a little about acting (if poss.), [etc.]. 2002 Guardian 6 July (Guide Suppl.) 46/3 (advt.) Tall, attract F 39, laughing eyes, likes windy beach walks, mountain bikes, R4, laughter. Seeks tall M for poss r/ship. < as lemmas |
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