latent

Example Sentences

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She wants to show how there’s latent wisdom to the rule that was incorporated into this history.

From Slate • Apr. 1, 2026

It adds, however, that Russia “is in no position to make a bid for European hegemony” because European allies dwarf it in terms of population, economy, and thus latent military power.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 5, 2026

However, a person with a latent TB infection is at risk of developing the disease anytime.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 3, 2026

This latent threat changes how we relate to each over.

From BBC • Jan. 13, 2026

Survivors of Hiroshima began to develop leukemia only three years after the atomic bombing, and there is now reason to believe the latent period may be considerably shorter.

From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson