could

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Taken together, the outcome of the lawsuits, whether they ultimately settle out of court or end up with jury verdicts against companies, could change the way social platforms operate forever.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

Vortexa’s Li predicted Chinese users would further tap its reserves—and the surprising resilience could continue for quite a while.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

The Mexican team’s lack of elite club experience, however, is obvious and could be a problem.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

The right type of re-industrialisation, he says, could be the antidote.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

It could also be their new logo—a black fist that’s pumping in the air with a treble clef cut out in the center.

From "Split the Sky" by Marie Arnold