could

Example Sentences

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Police said that the boy could be at risk.

From Los Angeles Times • May 7, 2026

He asked if we could get a selfie, and I said, “No, I’m good on that.”

From Slate • May 7, 2026

World number four Coco Gauff, who has been involved in the players' campaign, said she could see herself joining a boycott "if everyone were to move as one and collaborate".

From BBC • May 7, 2026

She is also looking into brokerages that could benefit from the IPO-fever that has hit Hong Kong.

From Barron's • May 7, 2026

I wish I could say I don’t know that, but I do.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam