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potential

[puh-ten-shuhl] / pəˈtɛn ʃəl /




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Gold bulls could eye a potential rise toward $4,800 an ounce, Simpson adds.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026

The UK could see a warmer-than-average summer with the potential for more heatwaves, according to latest forecasts.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

At an event last month, Trump said “I don’t know what the hell we’re going to do” in regards to the potential offering.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

If the Rams play to their potential, Garrett should have ample opportunity to play in games against offenses in obvious passing situations and add to his 125½ career sacks.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026

Wergin already had some idea about Haupt's situation because Haupt had recommended Wergin as a potential candidate to Kappe.

From Nazi Saboteurs by Samantha Seiple




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