prospective

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Ironic, considering the first film’s teaser trailer was simply a sequence from the movie, condensed and re-edited, but told prospective viewers infinitely more about the film without having to say anything narrative-specific.

From Salon • Apr. 20, 2026

“Tradititionally, when stocks get this expensive,” he says, “there are very little prospective returns looking forward.”

From Barron's • Apr. 19, 2026

The audit report, published in 2022, called for a series of emergency regulations to be implemented within one year to “protect the health and safety of current and prospective hospice patients.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

Kentucky holds that prosecutors may not use peremptory strikes to exclude prospective jurors on the basis of race.

From Slate • Apr. 10, 2026

In our culture, the father of the bride must interview the prospective groom and assess his prospects.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela