If at all possible
Rather and if at all possible are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Rather" instead an adverb phrase "If at all possible".
Rather
Rather adverb - By choice or preference.
If at all possible and rather are semantically related. You can use "If at all possible" instead an adverb "Rather".
Mutual synonyms
Both terms in one sentence
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Here he's a rather standoffish jerk who would prefer to avoid Damian if at all possible and is vehemently opposed to Damian becoming Robin.
- He finds actual finance rather dull by comparison and avoids Merchant Guild meetings if at all possible.
Source: Merchant Prince - Black God: While Yakumo is perfectly capable of curbstomping Tribal Ends, if at all possible, he'd much rather cut and run.
Source: Cowardly Lion / Anime and Manga
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