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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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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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Recent Examples of power
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
5 July 2026
After the storm, Lake Geneva Mayor Todd Krause declared an emergency and said one person suffered minor injuries after being struck by a falling tree while downed power lines and trees blocked some streets.
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Los Angeles Times,
4 July 2026
Jibin Joseph,
PC Magazine,
23 June 2026
That hardware, in turn, provides the foundation to power next-generation artificial intelligence models.
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Liz Napolitano,
CNBC,
22 June 2026
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Noun
What had been needed to this point was Nikola Jovic in a power role.
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Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
5 July 2026
After the storm, Lake Geneva Mayor Todd Krause declared an emergency and said one person suffered minor injuries after being struck by a falling tree while downed power lines and trees blocked some streets.
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Los Angeles Times,
4 July 2026
Verb
The Meta Glasses will be powered by the company’s new Muse Spark model.
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Jibin Joseph,
PC Magazine,
23 June 2026
That hardware, in turn, provides the foundation to power next-generation artificial intelligence models.
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Liz Napolitano,
CNBC,
22 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for power
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Steer clear of puddles - Driving into puddles or low areas of rainwater can cause vehicles to hydroplane or skid out of control.
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With Australia closing in on a winner in regulation with its young attack, Egypt settled in over the final 20 minutes or so to regain control of possession and find the more consistent threats on goal.
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The city is recommending zoning regulations that fall in line with state statute while trying to calm residents who are worried data centers will overwhelm resources like water and energy and impose on their quality of life.
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Welcome to Climate Point, your weekly guide to the latest news about climate, energy and the environment.
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Innovation Complex Innovation is at the core of FIU’s strategic plan, faculty research, student success and collaboration with university partners.
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What initially looked like an academic effort quickly revealed itself to be much broader, touching faculty, external clinical partners and compliance and administrative teams across multiple campuses.
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Salmon with ponzu sauce, mango, fava beans, avocado, sesame seeds, chilli mayo, spring onion and white rice is the fuel for the afternoon.
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Videos of Ukrainian strikes against military, electrical and fuel installations both near Moscow and in remote Russian regions are constantly circulated.
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Handing the survivor her jewelry and hearing her story a few days later gave Dondi and her team of volunteers a reassuring nudge to push forward with their work.
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Normally, the onshore flow — a west-to-southwest wind that creates the ocean breeze and pushes air away from the coasts — would push the particulate matter with it.
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The show represents a milestone in American TV, when showrunners like Shonda Rhimes began to become famous names in and of themselves, and create whole dominions of TV shows on networks and streaming services.
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Freeman had accomplished more than protecting her daughter from Hannah Ashley’s blow and, with perseverance, succeeded in getting herself and Lizzie out from under the Ashleys’ dominion.
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Additional laser pulses reveal how much the ion’s quantum state has changed, allowing researchers to calculate the strength of the surrounding electric field.
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The link held even after accounting for traditional risk factors, though the strength varied by racial and ethnic group, a gap researchers say still needs further study before firm conclusions can be drawn about why.
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Apple Intelligence and Siri AI capabilities will require specific hardware, effectively compelling users with older devices to upgrade for the full experience.
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National plans envisage developing the capability to design, build and eventually export indigenous submarines during the 2040s.
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“Power.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/power. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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