perchance

/pərˈtʃæns/
adverb
  1. By some chance; possibly; maybe.
    • Perchance you have seen my keys somewhere?
    • He wondered if perchance she would change her mind.
    • If perchance it rains, we will move the party indoors.
  2. Used to express a possibility or polite suggestion.
    • Could you perchance lend me a pencil?
    • Would you perchance be free for lunch tomorrow?
    • Perchance we might meet again someday.
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