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profound

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




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To understand what is at stake, one must look at the profound and broad economic impact of rail efficiency.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026

Bemporad was a collaborator with the elder Pulte on a project of profound personal importance: Crafting a prayer for peace so universal it would foster world peace.

From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026

"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

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

A profound sense of isolation grew in him as he pushed onward, unable to find any of his friends in the swarm of people.

From "Anger Is a Gift" by Mark Oshiro




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