haply
Americanadverb
adverb
Etymology
Origin of haply
First recorded in 1325–75, haply is from the Middle English word hapliche. See hap 1, -ly
Example Sentences
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As for me, when I feel gloomy in ways that recall the first eight lines, haply I think on Shakespeare, and feel better.
From Slate ● Apr. 30, 2013
I leave you but the sound of many a word In mocking echoes haply overheard, I sang to heaven.
From Time Magazine Archive
From him whose childhood cherished by thy care, Weathered long years of sickness and despair, Take what may haply touch the best above, Truth’s tender praise! and tears of grateful love.
From Curious Epitaphs by Various
In so doing, we may perchance cull some useful lesson, and ere they pass away for ever, haply profit by the experiences which they record.
From Curious Church Customs and Cognate Subjects by Andrews, William
Friends whom the softest whistle of my call Brought to my side in love that knew no doubt, Would I not seek to cross the jasper wall If haply I might find you there "without"?
From To Your Dog and To My Dog by Kinnicutt, Lincoln Newton
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