potential
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The Bank of America Institute authors noted the potential for gas prices to “further widen the ‘K-shaped’ split in consumer spending.”
From MarketWatch • May 27, 2026
He largely dismisses AI’s potential benefits, such as faster and less expensive drug development and medical cures.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026
Nvidia chief executive Jensen Huang and OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, whose comments have stoked anxiety about AI's potential effects on society, are now arguing that doom-laden warnings were overblown or, in some cases, disingenuous.
From Barron's • May 27, 2026
Orange County fire official says a potential crack found on a pressurized chemical tank in Garden Grove might alleviated internal pressure, reducing risk of a catastrophic explosion.
From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2026
The problem that developed for Bobby almost instantly that night was more in the minds of his potential opponents.
From "Endgame" by Frank Brady
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