The phrase "potential takeover" typically refers to a situation where one company is considering acquiring or taking control of another company in the future. Full definition
So why is Alibaba's potential takeover of Ele.me so important? (technode.com)
Operating mostly in Memphis with mixed results, ASD has selected two middle schools in Nashville, Madison and Neely's Bend, for potential takeover even though data shows the number of students scoring proficient or advanced at the schools are nearly seven points higher than the ASD average. (neatoday.org)
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