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promising

[prom-uh-sing] / ˈprɒm ə sɪŋ /


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Tech companies promising to "democratize" football are launching apps that allow young players to upload videos recorded on their phone of them showcasing their ball skills.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

The good news is that obtaining a few strategic skills to shift into a more promising, adjacent field can significantly reduce the risk, the researchers found.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

A promising new cancer drug helped reduce the risk of death by 34% in patients with the most common form of lung cancer, but investors appeared to be ambivalent to the data.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 1, 2026

She added: "More time with those we love most is truly priceless. We must do everything possible to ensure the most promising new treatments are available here in the UK."

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

Since Elizebeth was tired of people talking about her looks, this wasn’t a promising start, but the interview got better from there.

From "The Woman All Spies Fear" by Amy Butler Greenfield




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