as in achiever
an ambitious person who eagerly goes after what is desired
from the very start of her singing career, she had a reputation for being a very determined powerhouse
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Recent Examples of powerhouse
Currently on sale for under $300, the easy-to-maneuver Dyson V8 is a versatile cleaning powerhouse.
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Cierra Cowan, PC Magazine, 17 July 2025
Built for adventures, this tiny powerhouse is waterproof, rugged, and easy to stash in a backpack or pocket.
—Tantse Walter, Space.com, 16 July 2025
Just like that, the perennial powerhouse missed the playoffs entirely with a 3-7 record.
—Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 July 2025
This best-selling Korean formula is made with skin-soothing powerhouses shea butter and murumuru seed butter.
—Clint Davis, People.com, 11 July 2025
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Cierra Cowan, PC Magazine, 17 July 2025
Built for adventures, this tiny powerhouse is waterproof, rugged, and easy to stash in a backpack or pocket.
—Tantse Walter, Space.com, 16 July 2025
Just like that, the perennial powerhouse missed the playoffs entirely with a 3-7 record.
—Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 July 2025
This best-selling Korean formula is made with skin-soothing powerhouses shea butter and murumuru seed butter.
—Clint Davis, People.com, 11 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for powerhouse
Noun
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Clearly Communicate Your Mission And Vision High achievers need connection and clarity.—
Joe Altieri,
Forbes.com,
22 July 2025
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Capricorns are the achievers of the zodiac, proving to be the ideal match for Steven’s workaholic tendencies and high aspirations.—
Lisa Stardust,
People.com,
16 July 2025
Noun
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And bringing all these hustlers together is the greatest con artist of them all – a cunning macaque who feeds on the spoils from unsuspecting tourists.—
Tony Maglio,
HollywoodReporter,
27 May 2025
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The hustler mentality is big among resellers - talk about that mindset.—
Adam Zagoria,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2025
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The fish were seized along with the fishing gear and highflyers, which are used to mark the beginning and end of long fishing lines.—
Greg Wehner,
Fox News,
12 Feb. 2025
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Peloton had been a highflier during the pandemic, when lockdowns sent customers scrambling to buy its stationary bikes and attend classes.—
Maria Halkias and Alexandra Skores,
Dallas News,
8 Feb. 2022
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And for employers, these self-starters are becoming the most compelling hires of all.—
Andrew Fennell,
Forbes.com,
23 July 2025
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Entrepreneurs can apply this lesson by hiring self-starters—people who thrive on autonomy rather than direction.—
Sarah Hernholm,
Forbes.com,
4 July 2025
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The Moon is flying into your 5th House of Fun, giving you the astrological go-ahead to abandon any less important duties and make your hours as enjoyable as possible.—
Tarot Astrologers,
Chicago Tribune,
12 Mar. 2023
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Although Kershaw wanted to play in the event, and had gotten a go-ahead from Dodgers brass to do so, his insurance problem proved unresolvable.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Feb. 2023
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Jeri Robinson, the current president of Boston Public Schools' School Committee, said Milwaukee is getting a go-getter and someone who will work hard for children and families.—
Alec Johnson,
jsonline.com,
15 July 2025
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Ariel Calhoun, 18, shot and killed in 2023 Ariel Calhoun: Woman, 18, was ambitious go-getter.—
Jade Jackson,
IndyStar,
2 July 2025
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“Powerhouse.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/powerhouse. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
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