latent

Example Sentences

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She wants to show how there’s latent wisdom to the rule that was incorporated into this history.

From Slate • Apr. 1, 2026

It adds, however, that Russia “is in no position to make a bid for European hegemony” because European allies dwarf it in terms of population, economy, and thus latent military power.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 5, 2026

Routine screening is vital in catching latent TB, which can lie dormant in the body for decades.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 3, 2026

“At a higher level, it is nearly impossible to determine which software exposures at BDCs contain the highest latent risk because they are investments in private companies,” he added.

From Barron's • Feb. 3, 2026

She was certainly ugly, and yet, like the toad, she had eyes like jewels, dark and imperious, revealing latent energy and an intellectual force that could be felt at once.

From "Murder on the Orient Express" by Agatha Christie