˜yÐÄvlog

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mayhap

[ mey-hap, mey-hap ]

adverb

Archaic.


mayhap

/ ˈ³¾±ðɪˌ³óæ±è /

adverb

  1. an archaic word for perhaps
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˜yÐÄvlog History and Origins

Origin of mayhap1

First recorded in 1530–40; short for it may hap
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˜yÐÄvlog History and Origins

Origin of mayhap1

C16: shortened from it may hap
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If we are wrecked, mayhap this bottle may be found, and those who find it may understand; if not, ... well, then all men shall know that I have been true to my trust.

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Here's a thought: mayhaps "Birds of Prey" was made for the decently sizable demographic of non-internet perverts?

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“True, Jess, neither would I. But mayhap he has vital information, otherwise why would he drag himself ’ere in this state?â€

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It featured the welcome return of the vast majority of the regular cast, greyer round the temples mayhaps but still capable of turning the air blue.

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And mayhap we can cover young Robin to keep him dry.â€

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