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promising

[prom-uh-sing] / ˈprɒm ə sɪŋ /


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“It might sound cheesy, but the personal side of being in business school is fulfilling,” he said, adding that he had a promising interview this past week.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026

Chow said the partnership is off to a promising start.

From Los Angeles Times • May 16, 2026

A team at Mayo Clinic now says it has found a promising new strategy.

From Science Daily • May 15, 2026

Leading figures are promising unity and a political refresh.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

He then quickly added, “But a promising one!”

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady




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