potential

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Another goal is to investigate its potential role in preventing periodontal disease.

From Science Daily • Apr. 5, 2026

The announcement that Mohamed Salah will leave in the summer, while significant, was not a surprise and had the potential to galvanise fans and players alike to give a club legend a memorable send off.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

Bubble Wrap, vulcanized rubber and Post-it Notes also emerged when inventors recognized potential in unexpected outcomes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026

Sierra Canyon transfer Shiloh Wickliffe has played in only four games but has already shown potential as a hitter.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

Listening to lawyers from both sides question potential jurors, it became obvious to Ellsberg that none of these people knew much about the documents he’d risked everything to expose.

From "Most Dangerous: Daniel Ellsberg and the Secret History of the Vietnam War" by Steve Sheinkin