could

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That game, in January of 2025, could have solidified the Cronin era.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026

McIlroy feels the Masters is the major where he could potentially end his career with the most success.

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

There are echoes throughout of Gil Scott-Heron’s 1970 poem “Whitey on the Moon,” which feels like it could have been written last week.

From Salon • Apr. 7, 2026

There may be "exquisite unique hypersonic capabilities or other bespoke systems that could be used against specific targets," he said.

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

“You were so busy and worried. I figured there was no harm in trying. The worst that could happen is that they’d say no, but the best that could happen is … well … this!”

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam