could

Example Sentences

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I controlled what I felt like I could control.

From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026

Authorities in Bangladesh have closed most plants making urea fertilizer from natural gas, which could affect food security down the line.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

The same could be said for shares of denim giant Levi Strauss.

From Barron's • Apr. 5, 2026

Their approach could reduce energy use by up to 100 times while also improving performance on tasks.

From Science Daily • Apr. 5, 2026

“I wish we could, but for the thousand reasons I’ve already told you a thousand times, we can’t.”

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam