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potentially

[puh-ten-shuh-lee] / pəˈtɛn ʃə li /
ADVERB
conceivably
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The breakthrough is potentially life-changing for Edward and his mother Nasibo, as he will now be entitled to financial support from his father.

From BBC • Apr. 19, 2026

But to firmly shut the door on Iran’s prospects for developing nuclear weapons, experts say, the 60% enriched uranium should be shipped out and potentially the 20% enriched uranium as well.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 19, 2026

"Certain anthropomorphic phrases may even stick in readers' minds and can potentially shape public perception of AI in unhelpful ways," Aune said.

From Science Daily • Apr. 19, 2026

If you spend less — closer to $15,000 annually — the money could last even longer, potentially into your 80s or beyond.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 19, 2026

They could only hope that the arrow had landed deep enough, or else it would be a long and potentially fruitless chase.

From "Huntress" by Malinda Lo




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