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prospective

[pruh-spek-tiv] / prəˈspɛk tɪv /


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The audit report, published in 2022, called for a series of emergency regulations to be implemented within one year to “protect the health and safety of current and prospective hospice patients.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

The first part is a written portion, where prospective graders are tested on ICE’s rules and regulations regarding coffee grading.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

Kentucky holds that prosecutors may not use peremptory strikes to exclude prospective jurors on the basis of race.

From Slate • Apr. 10, 2026

Even amid worries about rising capital expenditure and lower prospective returns, the return on equity for these stocks remains high, with earnings revisions more positive than for any other sector.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 7, 2026

“Okay, Zuri. About ten other prospective applicants will join us for a brief tour, and you can learn about Howard University,” Sage says.

From "Pride" by Ibi Zoboi




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