potential
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He flagged risks from an extended closure of the Strait of Hormuz due to conflict in the Middle East, and the potential for more damage to energy and commodity infrastructure in the region.
From Barron's • May 1, 2026
The Fed’s postmeeting statement used the phrase “in considering the extent and timing of additional adjustments” to refer to the Fed’s next potential rate move.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026
The work also introduces a new way to engineer these interactions, with potential uses in quantum simulation, sensing, and computing.
From Science Daily • May 1, 2026
Tish Hyman strolled through the Anytime Fitness in Chatsworth, speaking directly to a cameraman from her campaign — and, she hoped, potential voters.
From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026
He placed restrictions on what he would eat, created a list of potential visitors who’d be allowed to see him and another list of those who’d be summarily barred from entering his room.
From "Endgame" by Frank Brady
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