practicably
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Definition(s):
- (adv) in a practicable manner; so as to be feasible
Usage(s):
- Conceivably, but not yet practicably, Actor Haines might have spoken over long distance to Manhattan, and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer saved several steps in picturing his voice.
- I believe that the principle of practicably separating the questions of disarmament from other problems, as formulated by the Administration, is completely correct.
Quotes
- "Contracts at issue are critical to national security; they cannot practicably be terminated," McNulty said.on Aug 2, 2006 By: Paul McNulty Source: Seattle Times
- The structure of the review is being developed and will start "as soon as practicably possible," a spokesperson for Defence Minister Joel Fitzgibbon said in an e-mailed statement.on Dec 30, 2007 By: Joel Fitzgibbon Source: Bloomberg
- Speaking directly after the prime minister, Home Secretary Charles Clarke said new anti-terrorism laws would be rushed through "as soon as practicably possible" when parliament returns from its summer break in October.on Jul 20, 2005 By: Charles Clarke Source: Khaleej Times
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