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Perhaps

usgb/pərˈhæps/Volume
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Uncertainty Expression

Use 'perhaps' to express uncertainty in a polite or tentative way, often when proposing an idea or suggestion.

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Perhaps we could try a new approach to solve this problem.
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Hinting Possibility

'Perhaps' introduces a possibility that may not be obvious or is being considered for the first time.

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There's a lot of noise upstairs; perhaps they are having a party.
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Softening Disagreement

Use 'perhaps' to gently disagree or offer an alternative viewpoint without being confrontational.

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Perhaps it would be better to discuss this issue tomorrow.
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