Collocation Dictionary
Common collocations with potential in American Collocation
potential
noun
uncountable
What are red words?
Around 90% of spoken and written English relies on just 7,500 common words.
These words are highlighted in red and are ranked using a star system.
- One-star words are commonly used
- Two-star words are even more common
- Three-star words are the most frequently used
What are red words?
Around 90% of spoken and written English relies on just 7,500 common words.These words are highlighted in red and are ranked using a star system.
- One-star words are commonly used
- Two-star words are even more common
- Three-star words are the most frequently used
great
There is enormous potential for the waterways to play a vital role in the regeneration of the city.
maximum
We aim to encourage every pupil to develop his or her full potential.
unlimited
Every human life represents almost unlimited potential.
real
If they are not fit they cannot play to their full potential.
future
Increasing participation in the labour market will help to raise the economy’s long-term growth potential.
unused
We should be more innovative with our marketing, as there is great untapped potential.
of people
The fulfilment of human potential is what all great schools should be aiming for.
of a particular type
There is a need for workspaces that make the most of people’s creative potential.
to earn or make money
The right qualifications can make a big difference to your earning potential.
to grow
We see our biggest growth potential in eastern Europe.
personal qualities
Candidates will have the chance to display their leadership potential.
have or show potential
This is their chance to demonstrate academic potential.
I believe that I have the potential to make it big within the film industry.
use one’s potential
Our aim is to ensure that every student realizes his or her full potential.
make the most of potential
The task of harnessing the potential of all staff in the creative process is particularly difficult.
The strategy aims to maximise the development potential of areas of East London.
study potential
We are exploring the potential of hand held devices with wireless internet facilities for staff and students.
recognize potential
He recognized the potential for disaster was enormous.