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potential

[puh-ten-shuhl] / pəˈtɛn ʃəl /




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Critics have long said AI industry pronouncements about potential danger serve as marketing for their products, and as a way to box out cheaper, open-source alternatives.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

She has closed schools and ordered federal employees to work from home on Thursday to minimize the potential chaos in Mexico City.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

Phil Housley, whom Laviolette described as an “excellent coach,” could be another potential candidate.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

Senator Elizabeth Warren sent a letter to the SEC expressing concerns about SpaceX’s corporate governance and potential Chinese investment.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

“I told you this one had the potential to be special.”

From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse




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