ひょっとすると

By some chance; possibly.

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ひょっとしたら a very common, slightly more conversational alternative

Adverb

By some chance / It might be that...

Indicates a speculative possibility that is conceivable even if it seems unlikely.

Example

ひょっとすると、彼はもう来ないかもしれない。

By some chance, he might not be coming anymore.

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ひょっとすると

By some chance; possibly.

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