potential
Example Sentences
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Europe faces rising fuel prices and potential jet-fuel shortfalls by May; U.S.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026
By revealing how electrical activity shapes the planet, Wang's work is helping scientists better understand Mars' past, present, and potential for future exploration.
From Science Daily • Apr. 5, 2026
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
“Not how I would have handled a potential explosive,” he said.
From "Glitch" by Laura Martin
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