would-be

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The South Korean government requires would-be investors in leveraged, single-firm ETFs, to take an eight-question exam.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 29, 2026

And one might even trace today’s would-be Rhaena Targaryens — and Daenerys emulators, we know you’re out there — to that shaggy flying dog.

From Salon • Jun. 24, 2026

In his resignation speech, Sir Keir did not mention his would-be nemesis by name, and announced that there would now be a contest to select a new Labour leader.

From BBC • Jun. 22, 2026

Elevated mortgage rates, high home prices and a chronic shortage of inventory have sidelined millions of would-be homeowners.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 18, 2026

You reach the would-be mirage, but there’s not even a puddle.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith