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prospect

[pros-pekt] / ˈprɒs pɛkt /




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“The prospect of a sudden release of pent-up supply has tempered bullish sentiment and reduced the market’s sensitivity to geopolitical headlines.”

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

A whirlwind nine days followed, with Williams saying she "had nothing to prove" and that the main motivation was the prospect of her daughters seeing her play.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

Not everyone is thrilled at the prospect of Musk addressing the conference, however.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 8, 2026

“Slowing inflation and steady nominal pay gains were supposed to lift real incomes in 2026, but the prospect of a fresh jump in inflation pushes that scenario into the distance.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

However, Elizabeth was disappointed at the prospect of attending an all-girls’ seminary instead of Union College.

From "Votes for Women!" by Winifred Conkling




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