potential

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It was not immediately clear whether other service members involved in the rescue mission sustained injuries, or whether the U.S. military suffered any other potential setbacks.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 5, 2026

Iranian authorities had immediately urged local people and tribesmen to join security forces in searching for the airman last Friday, realising the potential political and military value of capturing him alive.

From Barron's • Apr. 5, 2026

For resourceful parents, children present a massive potential for ad sponsorships.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

Earlier this year Usyk floated Wilder as a potential future opponent, and a victory here at least keeps that possibility alive.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

Nigro, an expert player of near master strength, sensed potential in the boy, and aware that Bobby was without a father, he assumed a mentoring position.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady