potential
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"His potential or ceiling might be better than theirs. The body of work at 17 years old - no-one has done it. Pele may have, but I didn't see Pele."
From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026
Dozens of NGOs have raised the alarm about the project's potential impact on the Vjosa-Narta protected zone.
From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026
“Ongoing geopolitical tensions and market volatility mean there are a wide range of potential outcomes,” Jansma added.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026
When Kreiz was named CEO in 2018, he saw the potential for Mattel to expand beyond toys.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026
The longer they flew, the more they exposed themselves to the potential for disaster.
From "Mountain of Fire" by Rebecca E. F. Barone
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