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of great importance especially to the future or outcome of something
This is a strategic goal that could make or break the company.
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Recent Examples of strategic
An employee was sent to the hospital after being assaulted by the protesters, Robin Levine, Barnard's vice president for strategic communications, said in a statement, without offering further details.
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Democrat-Gazette Staff From Wire Reports, arkansasonline.com, 28 Feb. 2025
The agreement will see Ukraine and the U.S. jointly develop Ukraine's vast reserves of strategic materials, with 50 percent of the revenue from critical minerals, oil, natural gas, and other resources flowing into a U.S. fund.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 28 Feb. 2025
The big picture: In today's multipolar world, the U.S., Russia and China are all racing to secure their strategic interests and solidify — or expand — their spheres of influence.
—Zachary Basu, Axios, 28 Feb. 2025
The eclectic cast members were part of what defined a season also lauded among fans for its creative strategic gameplay and the widespread use of in-game advantages players could find or earn.
—Eric Lagatta, USA TODAY, 17 Feb. 2025
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Democrat-Gazette Staff From Wire Reports, arkansasonline.com, 28 Feb. 2025
The agreement will see Ukraine and the U.S. jointly develop Ukraine's vast reserves of strategic materials, with 50 percent of the revenue from critical minerals, oil, natural gas, and other resources flowing into a U.S. fund.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 28 Feb. 2025
The big picture: In today's multipolar world, the U.S., Russia and China are all racing to secure their strategic interests and solidify — or expand — their spheres of influence.
—Zachary Basu, Axios, 28 Feb. 2025
The eclectic cast members were part of what defined a season also lauded among fans for its creative strategic gameplay and the widespread use of in-game advantages players could find or earn.
—Eric Lagatta, USA TODAY, 17 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for strategic
Adjective
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The world’s second-largest economy has seen sluggish growth amid tepid domestic demand and a prolonged real estate downturn, leaving exports as a key driver of growth.—
Anniek Bao,
CNBC,
3 Mar. 2025
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Steer is expected to be a key right-handed bat in the Reds' outfield while also playing a role as a rotational infielder.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
3 Mar. 2025
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Gold, which is universally recognized and not tied to credit or another counterparty, is a crucial reserve.—
Sarah Min,
CNBC,
27 Feb. 2025
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For animals like dogs, cats, and monkeys, ear movement helps track sounds, which is crucial for detecting predators or prey.—
Clarissa Brincat,
Popular Science,
27 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Pope updates:Francis attends Mass hours after 'respiratory crisis,' remains critical What is a polymicrobial infection?—
John Bacon,
USA TODAY,
25 Feb. 2025
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Journalists critical of the regime who are harassed, threatened and face possible legal action.—
Jordan Mintzer,
The Hollywood Reporter,
24 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Organizations that embrace this shift—leveraging freelance platforms as integral extensions of their workforce and using AI as the connective tissue—will gain a decisive edge in innovation, agility, and speed.—
John Winsor,
Forbes,
3 Mar. 2025
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Brown assisted on Horford’s decisive layup and blocked two shots in the fourth quarter, helping offset his 0-for-5 shooting over the final 17 minutes.—
Zack Cox,
Hartford Courant,
2 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Losing Miller — both as a goal scorer and as a setup man — has blown a major hole in Vancouver’s attack, and in its centre depth.—
Thomas Drance,
The Athletic,
5 Mar. 2025
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As the Charlotte region continues to grow as a major business hub in the South, Black entrepreneurs such as Herb Gray are a part of that progress.—
Chase Jordan,
Charlotte Observer,
4 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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The British Fashion Council, which has long played a pivotal role in shaping British fashion, champions innovation and creativity.—
Jeetendr Sehdev,
Forbes,
24 Feb. 2025
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While the far right made historic gains in Germany’s pivotal federal elections on Sunday, the conservative Christian Democratic Union (CDU) party ultimately thrived with Friedrich Merz securing nearly 29% of the vote and placing him in the top spot to lead the country.—
Ed Meza,
Variety,
24 Feb. 2025
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And yet, that makes a meaningful relationship all but impossible in their line of work.—
Peter Debruge,
Variety,
6 Mar. 2025
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The Applied Learning Cycle provides a roadmap for how meaningful goals, practice, feedback and reflection accelerate our ability to learn, adjust and evolve for ongoing success.—
Tony Gambill,
Forbes,
6 Mar. 2025
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“Strategic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/strategic. Accessed 10 Mar. 2025.
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