potentially

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But OPEC+ warned that damage to energy infrastructure increases oil market volatility, potentially hitting global supplies well into the future.

From Barron's • Apr. 5, 2026

An amber wind warning has been issued for Saturday evening as Storm Dave is expected to bring "disruptive and potentially damaging winds" to parts of the UK.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

Iranian forces are potentially more dangerous, experts say.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026

Now, tribe officials say the state is ending its support, potentially causing salmon restoration efforts on the McCloud River to die midstream.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

Adams also knew full well thatRush was sending edited versions of his letters to Jefferson, removing the potentially offensive passages.

From "Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation" by Joseph J. Ellis