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potentially

[puh-ten-shuh-lee] / pəˈtɛn ʃə li /
ADVERB
conceivably
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Tens of thousands told to evacuate after a 34,000-gallon tank of methyl methacrylate leaked at an aerospace plastics facility, sending potentially toxic vapors into the air.

From Los Angeles Times • May 23, 2026

“They blocked access to the beach for some folks, and potentially to emergency responders.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 23, 2026

"I can't see anything other than an easy win for Usyk - by potentially a mid-to-late stoppage."

From BBC • May 23, 2026

Moody’s warns quantum computers could jeopardize global digital finance, with a breach potentially causing $2 trillion to $3 trillion in losses.

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

"It is absolutely imperative that you keep the potentially concussed patient awake at all times."

From "Flora & Ulysses: The Illuminated Adventures" by Kate DiCamillo




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