as in potential
the basic elements from which something can be developed
she has all the makings of an excellent leader, but she needs some experience first
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Noun
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Our own data showed an uptick in the organizational adoption of AI, indicating transformative potential.—
Brian Jackson,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2025 -
In other practice sessions not open to the media, Star-Telegram sources have said that Milton has had multiple eye-popping throws downfield that give a glimpse into his potential.—
Nick Harris,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
27 May 2025
Noun
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That leaves the only hassle being the loss of use of your car, and the need to keep it clean and empty (no keeping stuff in it, though even that can be handled.—
Brad Templeton,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2025
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The music supervisor turned me on to them, gave me a bunch of stuff.—
Scott Roxborough,
HollywoodReporter,
23 May 2025
Noun
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These temperatures can also degrade and even destroy the structure of standard materials.—
Micah McCartney,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 May 2025
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Now, having gone four years without dropping an album, the group is feeling understandably excited about finally getting to share new material.—
Lawrence Burney,
Pitchfork,
28 May 2025
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“Makings.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/makings. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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