potential
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Their findings suggest that eating bananas grown in contaminated soil may present a potential health risk for children six years old and younger.
From Science Daily
The group is not an investigative team, and each force will remain responsible for any potential offences that occurred within their jurisdiction.
From BBC
Discovery said Tuesday it will restart deal talks with Paramount, setting the stage for a potential bidding war with its preferred suitor Netflix.
The fund also has invite-only forums, such as last year’s in Montana that featured actor Kevin Costner, where investors can hear about potential projects directly from those involved, which can include A-list stars.
From Los Angeles Times
"When I think back on my crash, I didn't stand in the starting gate unaware of the potential consequences. I knew what I was doing. I chose to take a risk," she added.
From BBC
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