as in potential
likely to be or become something at a later time
The school had a luncheon for prospective students.
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Recent Examples of prospective
Many prospective buyers have since been pushed to the sidelines by rising costs, while others may be reconsidering buying a home this year amid growing economic uncertainty surrounding President Donald Trump's tariff policies.
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Giulia Carbonaro, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 May 2025
Among all prospective homebuyers surveyed, 15% reported taking a loan from family members in order to afford their down payment, up from 9% in 2023.
—Niamh Rowe, Quartz, 28 May 2025
California is one of the three states that allows prospective lawyers to take an apprenticeship at a law office as an alternative path from going to law school.
—Lea Veloso, StyleCaster, 22 May 2025
But cultivating depth and a prospective future starter is particularly pivotal with a linebacker the Chiefs believe capable of orchestrating Spagnuolo’s complicated and vast schemes — which Veach likens to a Cheesecake Factory menu.
—Vahe Gregorian, Kansas City Star, 21 May 2025
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Giulia Carbonaro, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 May 2025
Among all prospective homebuyers surveyed, 15% reported taking a loan from family members in order to afford their down payment, up from 9% in 2023.
—Niamh Rowe, Quartz, 28 May 2025
California is one of the three states that allows prospective lawyers to take an apprenticeship at a law office as an alternative path from going to law school.
—Lea Veloso, StyleCaster, 22 May 2025
But cultivating depth and a prospective future starter is particularly pivotal with a linebacker the Chiefs believe capable of orchestrating Spagnuolo’s complicated and vast schemes — which Veach likens to a Cheesecake Factory menu.
—Vahe Gregorian, Kansas City Star, 21 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for prospective
Adjective
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Other volunteers recently inspired her to start taking shelter dogs out for walks and hikes to get them away from the facility — and in front of potential adopters.—
Meredith Wilshere,
People.com,
8 June 2025
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Checking in for your flight as early as possible—typically 24 hours in advance—is always a good idea to prevent any potential travel hiccups.—
Katie Jackson,
Travel + Leisure,
7 June 2025
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The vision is for future versions to autonomously follow users, assess their real-time fall risk using machine learning algorithms and provide adaptive support as their mobility needs evolve.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
7 June 2025
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Rodgers is a future Pro Football Hall of Famer, four-time NFL MVP, 10-time Pro Bowl selection and a Super Bowl winner.—
Jim Reineking,
USA Today,
7 June 2025
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Take extra caution when on the road or avoid driving if possible.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
29 May 2025
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The Boise City Council approved plan modifications May 13 for a central village green and town center that would include shopping, coffee shops and food spots, including possible food carts in a park area.—
Nick Rosenberger,
Idaho Statesman,
29 May 2025
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“Prospective.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prospective. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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