Mr. McGreevey, who is facing two other candidates in the primary, said he was not concerned that the fight had split the county and potentially weakened his endorsement.

More magazines and newspapers may close or reduce the resources devoted to editorial content, potentially weakening their appeal to readers.

Porosity, often not visible without the use of advanced nondestructive testing methods, is a serious concern because it can potentially weaken the weld.

They worry deeply about slowdowns that could lead to social unrest and potentially weaken the party's rule.

The diversion of rebel forces to the battle in Qusayr has also potentially weakened the rebel grip on Aleppo.

Additionally, the passing of the train heated the plate, potentially weakening it mechanically.

That administration resisted calls for democratic reform as potentially weakening to their standard-bearer.

The opposition also potentially weakens Mr. Bruno's bargaining position in coming negotiations with the Democratic leaders of the State Assembly on this issue.

His ruling could potentially weaken that case, which is the government's largest criminal tax case ever.

By getting involved in one case he would have undermined that stance and potentially weakened the quality of the product.