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potential

[puh-ten-shuhl] / pəˈtɛn ʃəl /




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A potential breakthrough in bringing the Iran-U.S. war to an end propelled stocks Friday, clinching a third straight week of gains for major indexes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

The development signals potential regulatory easing and a partial resumption of production for outside the country, Baird wrote.

From Barron's • Apr. 17, 2026

Koons said the building, and the moment in time that defines its unveiling, has the potential to bring the world together.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

Teens also tend to think they’re invincible, Clark said, dismissing the potential bad outcomes from their gambling more readily.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 17, 2026

“Let’s go meet our potential puppy, Tater Tot.”

From "Dog Squad" by Chris Grabenstein




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