potential
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The proposal has the potential to not only reshape the nation’s economy, but its political and social fabric.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026
Zubrin linked Musk's potential for failure to French emperor Napoleon Bonaparte's calamitous campaign in Russia.
From Barron's • Jun. 12, 2026
Andy Florance, CoStar’s founder and CEO, previously told Barron’s that it’s focused on building its artificial-intelligence offerings, noting that three-fourths or more of its information business is proprietary, limiting the potential for tech disruption.
From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026
The potential lawsuit would seek to challenge the proposed merger on antitrust grounds, arguing it would decrease competition, lower wages and lead to widespread job losses.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026
“Another potential great-white-shark sighting this summer,” said the newscaster.
From "The Line Tender" by Kate Allen
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