1
as in effectiveness
the capacity to persuade
the forcefulness of his argument is indisputable
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2
as in impact
the quality of an utterance that provokes interest and produces an effect
delivered the punch line with appropriate forcefulness
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3
as in intensity
the quality or state of being forceful (as in expression)
her clenched teeth only added to the forcefulness of her words
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With adjustable massage nodes, three levels of intensity and the option to concentrate on one area, the convenient massage chair is customizable to your needs.—
Anna Haines,
Forbes,
23 Jan. 2025 -
Known for its intensity, moldavite can also help those born under this Air sign tap into their intuitive gifts and break free from stagnant energies.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
21 Jan. 2025
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Parlour criticises Germany’s defensive line, expresses incredulity at Italy switching sides at half-time and praises the impact of super-sub Americans?—
Tim Spiers,
The Athletic,
17 Jan. 2025
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Leaders with strong magnetism can amplify the impact of strategic announcements, driving enthusiasm and financial returns.—
Louis Carter,
Forbes,
17 Jan. 2025
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Its strength also has to do with the water under the ice and the distribution of the load on the ice, according to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources.—
Don Sweeney,
Sacramento Bee,
23 Jan. 2025
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Yoga is known to build core strength and improve flexibility and balance, helping prevent falls and associated injuries.—
Erica Sweeney,
SELF,
23 Jan. 2025
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That projection is based on the player’s performance in each metric over the last three seasons (five for goalies), weighted for recency where more recent seasons carry more significance and regressed to the mean.—
Dom Luszczyszyn,
The Athletic,
19 Jan. 2025
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By emphasizing the human element, the leader makes the strategy more accessible and relatable, ensuring the team understands its purpose and significance.—
Paola Cecchi-Dimeglio,
Forbes,
18 Jan. 2025
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In 2024, federal authorities said Kante violated the terms of his supervised release.—
Alexa Ashwell,
Baltimore Sun,
17 Jan. 2025
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Finnigan was handed a six-year sentence with an extended three-year license period, authorities confirmed.—
Becca Longmire,
People.com,
17 Jan. 2025
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Amazon also became the third-largest advertiser on TikTok this year in the U.S. Oracle and Walmart could potentially make a joint bid for TikTok, as the two companies joined forces to buy the app in 2020 before reportedly being stopped by the Biden administration over security concerns.—
Antonio Pequeño IV,
Forbes,
17 Jan. 2025
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Venus will join forces with Saturn in Pisces — activating your 12th house of closure, dreams and unconscious patterns — bringing a moment of truth regarding your emotional landscape and hidden fears.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
17 Jan. 2025
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Garcia emphasizes the importance of donating new clothing, rather than second-hand items, as many fire victims still need to dress for work or meetings with insurance companies.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
17 Jan. 2025
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Research published in 2010 in Self and Identity notes the importance of self-compassion.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes,
17 Jan. 2025
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After all, the validity of the Mountain West’s exit fees are facing legal scrutiny.—
Jon Wilner,
The Mercury News,
24 Jan. 2025
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There’s not as much acknowledgment of the validity and seriousness of grieving the loss of a relationship.—
Julianna Bragg,
CNN,
24 Jan. 2025
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