if (at all) possible
idiom
: if it can be done
Do your best to come home from work early, if (at all) possible.
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Forecasters and authorities are urging residents to remain at home if possible.
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Joseph Hernandez, Kansas City Star, 5 Jan. 2025
Once inside, people should insulate their pipes if possible, open sink cabinets to expose pipes to heated air and disconnect their hoses and sprinklers to prevent their pipes from freezing and bursting.
—Rachel Treisman, NPR, 2 Jan. 2025
Last, air dry your white clothing outside, if possible.
—Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Jan. 2025
Let potential clients see the real impact of your coaching, and if possible, highlight case studies or direct feedback from clients.
—Sho Dewan, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
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Joseph Hernandez, Kansas City Star, 5 Jan. 2025
Once inside, people should insulate their pipes if possible, open sink cabinets to expose pipes to heated air and disconnect their hoses and sprinklers to prevent their pipes from freezing and bursting.
—Rachel Treisman, NPR, 2 Jan. 2025
Last, air dry your white clothing outside, if possible.
—Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Jan. 2025
Let potential clients see the real impact of your coaching, and if possible, highlight case studies or direct feedback from clients.
—Sho Dewan, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
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“If (at all) possible.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/if%20%28at%20all%29%20possible. Accessed 9 Jan. 2025.
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