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prospect

[pros-pekt] / ˈprɒs pɛkt /




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Moscow has reacted sharply to the prospect of losing another ally in what it sees as its sphere of influence.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

The prospect of rule changes had been controversial, as many index funds track the S&P 500.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 5, 2026

The data follow U.S. figures for May that showed much stronger jobs growth than expected, leaving the prospect of a rate cut—which had looked strong prior to the start of the U.S.-Iran war—increasingly unlikely.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

The prospect of substantial job cuts during a period of downsizing in Hollywood has ignited widespread opposition to the sale.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

I was relieved about that but didn’t relish the prospect of asking the master for anything.

From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo




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