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of great importance especially to the future or outcome of something
This is a strategic goal that could make or break the company.
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Recent Examples of strategic
On the other hand, the Trump administration should aim to keep high-end, strategic manufacturing—in sectors such as semiconductors and industrial robotics—close to balanced, through formulaic reciprocal tariffs.
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Zongyuan Zoe Liu, Foreign Affairs, 29 Apr. 2025
Wedbush analysts likewise remain optimistic about Meta’s prospects, citing robust digital ad spending and the company’s strategic investments in AI as key drivers of future growth.
—Catherine Baab, Quartz, 29 Apr. 2025
These are just the first of 13 new sites London Square has earmarked for its strategic realignment.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 29 Apr. 2025
At the same time, Trump has secured over $1 trillion in foreign investments, which will return manufacturing and production jobs stateside, and secured billions in domestic investment for strategic industries like microchips.
—Mohammed Soliman, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Apr. 2025
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Zongyuan Zoe Liu, Foreign Affairs, 29 Apr. 2025
Wedbush analysts likewise remain optimistic about Meta’s prospects, citing robust digital ad spending and the company’s strategic investments in AI as key drivers of future growth.
—Catherine Baab, Quartz, 29 Apr. 2025
These are just the first of 13 new sites London Square has earmarked for its strategic realignment.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 29 Apr. 2025
At the same time, Trump has secured over $1 trillion in foreign investments, which will return manufacturing and production jobs stateside, and secured billions in domestic investment for strategic industries like microchips.
—Mohammed Soliman, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for strategic
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The District 3 race could also play a key role on whether Mahan successfully implements his policy agenda over the next year, as his bloc currently holds a slim voting advantage on the dais that could shift if Quevedo does not win the seat.—
Devan Patel,
Mercury News,
19 Apr. 2025
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The Democratic primary could become a litmus test for the future of the party in a key swing state and Senate contest.—
Jack Birle,
The Washington Examiner,
19 Apr. 2025
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Line changes spark Oilers’ third-period charge The Oilers switched their top six during the second intermission heading into a crucial final period of regulation.—
Eric Stephens,
New York Times,
28 Apr. 2025
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This is because coaching encourages independence, growth and establishes a culture of trust, which are crucial elements for sustainable productivity.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
28 Apr. 2025
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The order, which Trump signed in private, seeks to jumpstart the mining of both U.S. and international waters as part of a push to offset China's sweeping control of the critical minerals industry.—
Ernest Scheyder and Jarrett Renshaw,
USA Today,
26 Apr. 2025
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Enough jaw-dropping critical injuries are sustained by characters in The Raid to overcrowd the Pitt.—
Andy Crump,
Time,
26 Apr. 2025
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And, in fact, Democrats are winning special elections month after month after month, including most recently a decisive one in Wisconsin earlier this month for the state Supreme Court.—
Isabel Danzis,
ABC News,
20 Apr. 2025
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That’s exactly what WWE fans got inside Allegiant Stadium, with a short but sweet bout that ended in decisive fashion when Cargill demolished Naomi with a massive Jaded finisher.—
Blake Oestriecher,
Forbes.com,
20 Apr. 2025
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The business Leicester did in that window would be a major cause of scrutiny during the season and could be held up as a major factor in their struggles after the managerial change.—
Rob Tanner,
New York Times,
21 Apr. 2025
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The Department of Justice (DOJ) has a major advantage here: Google is guilty.—
Ryan Whitwam,
ArsTechnica,
21 Apr. 2025
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Given the lack of standardized transparency across global skincare markets, in-house production serves a pivotal role.—
Xandra Harbet,
USA Today,
26 Apr. 2025
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The same videos played a pivotal role in the last trial, when a witness counted the drinks Read appeared to drink at both establishments.—
Flint McColgan,
Boston Herald,
25 Apr. 2025
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Sometimes, the most meaningful conversations don't even require a formal sit-down and begin with a simple question or two.—
Kara Nesvig,
Parents,
23 Apr. 2025
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Harvard must investigate and carry out meaningful discipline for all violations that occurred during the 2023-2024 and 2024-2025 academic years, including the Harvard Business School protest of October 2023, the University Hall sit-in of November 2023, and the spring encampment of 2024.—
Kayla Jimenez,
USA Today,
23 Apr. 2025
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“Strategic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/strategic. Accessed 2 May. 2025.
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