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considerable

[kuhn-sid-er-uh-buhl] / kənˈsɪd ər ə bəl /




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“There is considerable uncertainty about the extent and persistence of the conflict, the ongoing consequences for shipping through the Strait of Hormuz and the extent of infrastructure damage” in the Gulf states, he said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

That one was positioned off Northern California and into the Gulf of Alaska, and also led to considerable ecosystem disruption.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2026

The state of Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania described this as a "minimally invasive" approach - but wildlife experts said any interventions carried considerable risk after previous rescue attempts failed.

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

Given your considerable wealth, this is an enormous opportunity.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 15, 2026

In Millennium Challenge, Blue Team took it for granted that because they had more information at their fingertips than Red Team did, they had a considerable advantage.

From "Blink" by Malcolm Gladwell




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