Can Like Magnetic Poles Theoretically Attract?

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The discussion centers on the theoretical possibility of like magnetic poles attracting each other, which contradicts established physics principles. According to classical physics, like poles repel while opposite poles attract. The inquiry raises questions about the nature of magnetic charges and gravitational forces, suggesting that all gravitational charges are similar and attract one another. This highlights a fundamental misunderstanding of magnetic interactions and the nature of forces in physics.

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Not meant to be a homework question, but since I don't have any valid data on hands so I am hesitate posting this in classical physics forum.

The headline suggests the opposite of what we physics tell us.

But my question is, is it theoretically possible to make like poles attract (assuming no physically constraints applied, i.e. wrapping them together by string, or tapes)?

Thanks for any input! I am just simply curious.
 
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There seems to be only one polarity of gravitational charge, so all "poles" are alike and all attract. :smile:
 

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