promising
Example Sentences
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Greenwood was seen as one of United's most promising young players when, at the age of 20, he was arrested in January 2022.
From BBC
His first year was promising: Marseille finished as runners-up and returned to the Champions League.
From BBC
By early 2020, Exxon scientists were concerned about the viability of the program because they were struggling to replicate promising lab results in outdoor ponds where algae was exposed to nature.
Of course, I understand that he needs my help, even though I don’t remember promising to help the way he seems to think I did.
From Literature
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Gary Woodland was once among the most promising golfers in the world.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.