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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The Sun recently reported there is a potential shortage of pheasants at the monarch’s Sandringham Estate, which could affect the chances of a full shooting calendar this winter.—
Stephanie Nolasco,
FOXNews.com,
7 June 2025
Adjective
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That said, the investing adage that past success does not indicate future performance holds equally as true for crypto as any other asset class.—
Sean Stein Smith,
Forbes.com,
7 June 2025
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While future films would be tighter and more purposeful, none would make room for a beautiful detour like Dignan and Anthony holed up at a motel, where Anthony nurses a wordless bond with a Spanish-speaking maid.—
Scott Tobias,
Vulture,
7 June 2025
Adjective
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Dutch’s mission is rooted in making that bond possible—for more people—by providing affordable, ongoing access to care.—
Sindhya Valloppillil,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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Record high temperatures are possible on Monday in Oregon, including the cities of Portland, Eugene and Medford.—
Kenton Gewecke,
ABC News,
9 June 2025
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“Prospective.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prospective. Accessed 13 Jun. 2025.
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