"That can't possibly be right!" Crossword Clue

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Hint 1: Clue Definitions

POSSIBLY (adverb)
1. by chance
RIGHT (verb)
1. make right or correct
2. make reparations or amends for
RIGHT (adjective)
1. correct in opinion or judgment
2. intended for the right hand
RIGHT (noun)
1. the piece of ground in the outfield on the catcher’s right
2. anything in accord with principles of justice
RIGHT (adverb)
1. exactly
2. (Southern regional intensive) very; to a great degree

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