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profound

[pruh-found, proh‐] / prəˈfaʊnd, proʊ‐ /




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"AI is incredibly powerful technology with the potential to shape society in profound ways, and with proper care, unlock meaningful benefits for people everywhere," Apple's software chief Craig Federighi said in a launch video.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

In fact, I know it, on a profound personal level.

From Salon • Jun. 8, 2026

It was not to be for Chwalinska, who fell 6-3 6-2 to Andreeva on Saturday, but finishing runner-up will have a profound effect on her life and career.

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

“Can I just not be a really good horse trainer that did something really profound and amazing in a short amount of time after I had to work my rear end off for it?”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

The collateral consequences of mass incarceration have been equally profound.

From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson




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