potential
Example Sentences
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A potential drawback, however, is that heavy crude does not flow easily and needs to be thinned out by blending it with light oils or solvents for processing.
From MarketWatch
Mazzola pointed out that there are plenty of upcoming events that have the potential to move the market.
From MarketWatch
Another potential benefit could be a decreased risk of identify theft, fraud, artificial intelligence impersonations or hacked data.
From Los Angeles Times
Restoring Venezuela’s oil infrastructure could cost $53 billion over 15 years to maintain current levels, or over $180 billion for full potential.
From Barron's
He was questioned about why Fujitsu, which is a publicly listed company in Japan, had not made a provision in its own accounts for a potential future payout.
From BBC
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