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potential

[puh-ten-shuhl] / pəˈtɛn ʃəl /




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It creates a potential market of nearly two billion people that accounts for more than a fifth of the world’s economic output.

From The Wall Street Journal

In this poisonous time, those who grin at the notion of playing a Traitor may think twice about the potential cost to their principles.

From Salon

"For me, it is about reforms that make our country faster and more efficient, unlock potential and remove bureaucratic hurdles."

From Barron's

Global oil markets have been concerned about potential disruptions in the flow of oil through the crucial maritime passage, which connects the Persian Gulf with the Gulf of Oman and the Arabian Sea.

From MarketWatch

Suspecting a food sensitivity, my vet recommended a prescription kibble made from hydrolyzed protein, which is broken down into components so small that Bingo’s body wouldn’t recognize them as potential allergens.

From The Wall Street Journal