incipient

Example Sentences

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"We kept seeing incipient problems which I thought were not being tackled properly, and indeed I thought the problems were getting worse," he told the House of Commons committee.

From BBC

But he stressed there were "incipient problems" not being tackled.

From BBC

Trump hasn’t provided the electorate with much to appreciate during the incipient political race, but in attacking DeSantis where he lives, he may have done us a favor.

From Los Angeles Times

“First, these threats of incipient legislation and nebulous repercussions should not drive your conduct in this essential area,” the Democrats said in a March 16 letter.

From Washington Times

“However, the hi-rail vehicle enables the inspector to observe drainage problems, incipient rock slides and other potential obstructions along the right-of-way.”

From Washington Post