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VocabJLPT N2

(cannot) possibly

Adverb

Definitions

1. (cannot) possibly
2. (not) by any means

An adverb used with a negative verb to express that something is absolutely impossible or cannot be done under any circumstances. It conveys strong impossibility and is often translated as "no matter what" or "absolutely not."

Example sentences

Sentence 1

He laughed and said "there's no way that's just a coincidence."

Sentence 2

I told myself, "There's no way I can win at my current level."

Sentence 3

Without a clear goal, there's simply no way to standardize the evaluation criteria.

Sentence 4

There's no way I could just go out without telling her!

Sentence 5

He said "even if I run now, there's no way I'll make it in time."