be able to
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My other sister spoke with someone at one of the nursing homes, who said I may be able to buy out my mom’s half based on a fair-market-value appraisal, if I act soon.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026
"Our ambition is to be able to connect to over 100 international cities over the next five years," Douglas said.
From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026
“We want people to be able to come here and enjoy this World Cup while also making sure that we can keep the country safe.”
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026
Thousands of past and current SpaceX employees with company shares will soon be able to easily access life-changing fortunes after the company makes its stock-market debut.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026
Even I wouldn’t be able to spot him unless I caught a glimpse of the flame of his hair.
From "Nory Ryan’s Song" by Patricia Reilly Giff
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