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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2
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
Kate Nishimura, Sourcing Journal, 10 June 2025
And in Harlem, stars gathered at the Apollo Theater for its 2025 Spring Benefit, rounding out a week filled with excellence, elegance, and undeniable Black star power.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 10 June 2025
Luke Smith, New York Times, 31 May 2025
Meanwhile, Blue Origin inked a deal with United Launch Alliance to supply a version of its New Glenn main engine to power that company's Vulcan rocket.
—ArsTechnica, 30 May 2025
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Noun
An ‘unprecedented power grab’ As the unrest continues to percolate on the street level, city and state officials have taken the fight to the Oval Office via the airwaves and social media, culminating in the second California lawsuit against the Trump administration in a matter of months.
—Kate Nishimura, Sourcing Journal, 10 June 2025
And in Harlem, stars gathered at the Apollo Theater for its 2025 Spring Benefit, rounding out a week filled with excellence, elegance, and undeniable Black star power.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 10 June 2025
Verb
At 43, this might look like a driver nearing the twilight of his career; the undeniable talent behind the wheel that powered him to two world titles, and within a handful of points of another three, finally starting to wane.
—Luke Smith, New York Times, 31 May 2025
Meanwhile, Blue Origin inked a deal with United Launch Alliance to supply a version of its New Glenn main engine to power that company's Vulcan rocket.
—ArsTechnica, 30 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for power
Noun
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The water pressure then causes the vehicle to rise and slide on a thin layer of water between the tires and the road, making the driver lose control.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
6 June 2025
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Swift’s management of her career has been touted as a model to reduce the structural inefficiencies in music licensing and broadcasting, to promote equity sharing with record labels, and to give artists in general more control over their creative work.—
Time,
Time,
5 June 2025
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Lembas has plans beyond GLP-1 Edge to produce other ingredients that can impact wellbeing like sleep and energy.—
Andrew Watman,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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Known for their unmatched energy and vibe, the Super Lounges bring audiences deeper into the music, delivering raw, unforgettable sets in a more personal setting.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
10 June 2025
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Democrats might not have gotten this impression from the Harvard faculty lounge, but over half of Americans these days live paycheck to paycheck.—
Josh Hammer,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 June 2025
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Molefi Kete Asante, a member of CFAR’s faculty advisory board and the visionary behind the center, said their shortcomings should not fall onto Welbeck, but rather on how Temple prioritizes funding.—
Robert Schmad,
The Washington Examiner,
6 June 2025
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Alabama’s approach is a strong example of how strategic collaboration can drive job creation and fuel long-term economic growth.—
Melissa Loble,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2025
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But domestic production of the mineral, which is primarily used as fuel for nuclear reactors, has since fallen off a cliff.—
Magdalena Petrova,
CNBC,
12 June 2025
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This happens when water in front of the tire builds up faster than the vehicle's weight can push water out of the way.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
9 June 2025
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Ritter had pushed for a visible method of relief and so checks for $250 per year will be sent to lower-income households with children.—
Christopher Keating,
Hartford Courant,
8 June 2025
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It’s set in an empty warehouse loft, with light shooting through propeller fans (very Adrian Lyne), and with Miley, in her primal assertion of feminine dominion, joined by Naomi Campbell, the two of them obliterating the need for anyone else.—
Owen Gleiberman,
Variety,
7 June 2025
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Her Miami appearance echoed many familiar themes, preaching about God’s dominion and transforming American values and culture.—
Lauren Costantino,
Miami Herald,
6 June 2025
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On the services side, leisure and hospitality (38,000) and financial activities (20,000) provided some signs of strength.—
Jeff Cox,
CNBC,
4 June 2025
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Harnessing a diversity of strengths, skills and knowledge lies at the heart of effective change management.—
Kelly Leonard,
Forbes.com,
4 June 2025
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Building a highly connected organization where roadmaps are reflective of broader cross-functional requirements is necessary to deliver capabilities faster and with quality. - Mo Trezies, Euna Solutions 18.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2025
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The Chinese electronic giant has been talking up the capabilities of its first performance EV, the SU7 Ultra, for close to a year now.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
12 June 2025
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“Power.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/power. Accessed 19 Jun. 2025.
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