as in power
the ability to exert effort for the accomplishment of a task
claimed that an alliance would have a collective potence far greater than that of any individual nation
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In Koena’s view, China’s policy of non-interference speaks to how different powers operate in Africa, with China focusing on economics and Russia on security.—
Nimi Princewill,
CNN,
18 Jan. 2025 -
Though presidential pardoning powers are absolute, such a preemptive move would be a novel and risky use of the president's extraordinary constitutional power.—
WILL WEISSERT THE ASSOCIATED PRESS,
arkansasonline.com,
18 Jan. 2025
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Amidst these challenges, ‘Vallejo’ shines a light on the resilience of young athletes who find solace and strength on the baseball field.—
Katcy Stephan,
Variety,
23 Jan. 2025
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But players adapt and evolve, and Guardiola slightly tweaking his approach to suit the strengths of individuals isn’t something new.—
Ahmed Walid,
The Athletic,
23 Jan. 2025
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He is praised for his energy and leadership savvy and coached San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy for four years at Iowa State.—
Dan Wiederer,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Jan. 2025
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Then factor in your activity level (from sedentary to very active) to estimate your total daily energy expenditure (TDEE)—the calories needed to maintain your current weight.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
18 Jan. 2025
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Revealing the continued potency of the issue, Reagan’s campaign was inundated with letters begging him to abrogate the treaties and maintain American power abroad should he be elected.—
Aaron Coy Moulton / Made by History,
TIME,
16 Jan. 2025
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Runs beyond the defensive line are crucial to a team’s attacking potency, particularly in a Premier League that is increasingly physically demanding.—
Mark Carey,
The Athletic,
14 Jan. 2025
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“Potence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/potence. Accessed 29 Jan. 2025.
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