1
as in control
the right or means to command or control others
the emir has nearly complete power over the emirate
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as in energy
the ability to exert effort for the accomplishment of a task
the corporation has the power to accomplish almost anything you'll need to build a bit more power in order to be a star pitcher
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3
as in faculty
a natural ability of the mind or body
dogs have a very highly developed power of smell
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as in fuel
something with a usable capacity for doing work
nuclear power
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as in to fuel
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Recent Examples of power
David Peisner, Rolling Stone, 23 Feb. 2025
The justices could have done what their Brazilian counterparts did—ruled that abuses of power and attempts to overturn an election were disqualifying for the highest office of the land.
—Quico Toro, The Atlantic, 23 Feb. 2025
Terry Savage, Chicago Tribune, 23 Feb. 2025
But today, interest in new nuclear power is reviving as the tech sector seeks reliable, carbon-free electricity to power its artificial intelligence ambitions, especially against China.
—Spencer Kimball, CNBC, 23 Feb. 2025
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Noun
Bishop contends that melanin, which produces skin, hair, and eye pigmentation, has almost supernatural powers enhanced by the sun.
—David Peisner, Rolling Stone, 23 Feb. 2025
The justices could have done what their Brazilian counterparts did—ruled that abuses of power and attempts to overturn an election were disqualifying for the highest office of the land.
—Quico Toro, The Atlantic, 23 Feb. 2025
Verb
In the rush to build new homes after World War II, suburban developments and highways and school systems powered the post-war economic revival.
—Terry Savage, Chicago Tribune, 23 Feb. 2025
But today, interest in new nuclear power is reviving as the tech sector seeks reliable, carbon-free electricity to power its artificial intelligence ambitions, especially against China.
—Spencer Kimball, CNBC, 23 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for power
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Instead, the accident was the most significant technical setback for the Starship program since the first full-scale test flight in 2023, which damaged the launch pad before the rocket spun out of control in the upper atmosphere.—
Stephen Clark,
Ars Technica,
1 Mar. 2025
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As a majority shareholder, Emerson has a lot of control in this situation.—
Kenneth Squire,
CNBC,
1 Mar. 2025
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Adjusting schedules based on chronotype After pinpointing your chronotype, Breus recommends tailoring daily activities based on periods of peak energy and productivity levels.—
Amy McGorry,
Fox News,
23 Feb. 2025
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From scheduling home repairs to managing healthcare claims and family logistics, these routine tasks drain energy and productivity.—
Nirit Cohen,
Forbes,
23 Feb. 2025
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Kincaid, like all of the faculty members at FIU who spoke to the Miami Herald, sees the hollowing out of general education as political interference undermining academic freedom.—
Clara-Sophia Daly,
Miami Herald,
28 Feb. 2025
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The university has a faculty member named Michael Kessler, but he is listed as an associate professor of the practice of government and an adjunct professor of law.—
Hannah Hudnall,
USA TODAY,
27 Feb. 2025
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Even with the generator, exhaust system and fuel system, the total weight added back is likely well under 500-lbs leaving a notable net reduction in vehicle weight.—
Sam Abuelsamid,
Forbes,
24 Feb. 2025
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However, many countries have not placed sanctions on Russia; the report said that some fuel products had made their way to the West through third-party states including China, India and Turkey.—
Mark Joseph,
Newsweek,
24 Feb. 2025
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Despite the trifecta, Trump is pushing an expansive view of executive power that questions the role of Congress and the courts to serve as a check over federal agencies.—
Alexandra Hutzler,
ABC News,
4 Mar. 2025
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Despite its passage the Legislature has pushed back on implementing the law, pointing instead to routine audits of their work conducted by outside agencies and made public via the state’s website and establishing a committee to consider the Auditor’s requests of them.—
Matthew Medsger,
Boston Herald,
4 Mar. 2025
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Historically, imperialist leaders have used military conquest, economic coercion or diplomatic pressure to expand their dominions, and justified their foreign incursions as civilizing missions, economic opportunities or national security imperatives.—
Monica Duffy Toft,
The Conversation,
20 Feb. 2025
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Kanye West goes on another antisemitic rant, defends Diddy, declares ‘dominion’ over wife.—
Andrew J. Campa,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Feb. 2025
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Executing such an audacious plan takes courage, self-belief, and the ability to capitalise on one’s strengths.—
David Ferrini,
Forbes,
28 Feb. 2025
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State of play: Boyce will take over a department that is still trying to reach full strength.—
Zachery Eanes,
Axios,
28 Feb. 2025
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The array should be able to bounce laser light back at any orbiting or incoming spacecraft – a vital capability that will provide a permanent reference point on the lunar surface.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA TODAY,
25 Feb. 2025
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However, the sheer volume and complexity of modern financial data have surpassed the capabilities of traditional systems.—
Allen Cao,
Forbes,
24 Feb. 2025
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“Power.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/power. Accessed 10 Mar. 2025.
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