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GrammarJLPT N3
cannot possibly
Expression

Definitions

  1. 1. cannot possibly
This grammar pattern combines an adverb meaning "very" or "no matter how" with a negative verb ending to express that something is completely impossible or extremely difficult. It conveys the idea that something is beyond one's ability or tolerance. For example, it can express that something is so difficult you simply cannot do it.

Grammar

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Example sentences

Sentence 1

No matter how many times I think about it, I just can't see that decision as the right one.

Sentence 2

The wound still hurts — there's no way I can lift anything heavy.

Sentence 3

Hey, can you carry that luggage by yourself? There's no way I could manage it.

Sentence 4

With only this information, I can't possibly draw a conclusion.

Sentence 5

It's way too cold to wait outside like this.