considerable
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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
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
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
“Compared with earlier crises, there is still a considerable margin of safety,” the IMF report said.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 14, 2026
Dad derived considerable pleasure from reading these interviews aloud at the supper table, with exaggerated gestures and facial expressions that were supposed to be Mother’s.
From "Cheaper by the Dozen" by Frank B. Gilbreth Jr. and Ernestine Gilbreth Carey
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