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Mayhaps

It’s like maybe and perhaps but better
Chris: Liz do you know if there’s any chemistry homework
Liz: Mayhaps
by CLicata77 April 29, 2019
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Mayhaps

A term combining the best qualities of the terms "maybe" and "perhaps" into a single superior word.
Often used when planning something mischevious or pretending to be British.
"mayhaps I'll go get fucked up instead of writing this paper"

"care for a spot of tea?"
"mayhaps a bit later"
by TheSanityAssassin November 3, 2004
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Mayhaps

Archaic word used in place of perhaps and maybe, it is the incorrect use of the real word "mayhap". Mayhap originated from the old use of the term "it may hap", hap being old happen in old English.
"Do you want to go with me?"

"Mayhaps, I haven't decided."
by Jase Powell July 26, 2007
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Mayhaps

When you are sick of telling people maybe, and perhaps just doesnt cut it.
Kenneth, "Hey man are you gonna nightingale that beer or what?"

Wes, "Mayhaps"
by pumba24-7 March 23, 2009
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Mayhaps

To be between maybe and probably
“I mayhaps go to event.”
by TheeMirage November 23, 2021
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Mayhaps

A cross between maybe and perhaps
'Mayhaps we should leave?' said Bob
by Eggz August 23, 2003
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Mayhaps

An eloquent hybrid of "maybe" and "perhaps". It rolls off the tongue much more beautifully than its predecessors. It can sometimes imply a stern or egotistical way of playing hard to get or snubbing someone. Further it adds mystery to a situation.
Eg.

Boy: "Shall I see you again?"
Girl: *smirks* "Mayhaps."
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