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as in power
the ability to exert effort for the accomplishment of a task
the murdered man's wife didn't have the emotional strength to face reporters
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as in reliability
the ability to withstand force or stress without being distorted, dislodged, or damaged
this cheap shelving unit doesn't have the strength to hold all those books
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Recent Examples of strength
Estrogen plays a role in collagen and elastin production (proteins responsible for strength and resilience), hyaluronic acid, a major skin hydrator, and sebum, an oil that lubricates the skin barrier and keeps skin from drying out, says Yadav.
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Mara Santilli, Flow Space, 22 May 2025
Altogether, the strength of ticket sales for such a chaotic jumble of movies indicated a return from the brink after a cascading series of showbiz calamities stretching from the N95 era to the Hollywood strikes to the Los Angeles wildfires.
—Chris Lee, Vulture, 22 May 2025
The researchers measured the participants’ muscle thickness, strength, power, and endurance after each exercise session.
—Julia Ries, Health, 22 May 2025
The room is not the same without Bosa, and if edge rusher is going to continue being a strength of the team, Mack has to remain a dominant player.
—Daniel Popper, New York Times, 22 May 2025
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Mara Santilli, Flow Space, 22 May 2025
Altogether, the strength of ticket sales for such a chaotic jumble of movies indicated a return from the brink after a cascading series of showbiz calamities stretching from the N95 era to the Hollywood strikes to the Los Angeles wildfires.
—Chris Lee, Vulture, 22 May 2025
The researchers measured the participants’ muscle thickness, strength, power, and endurance after each exercise session.
—Julia Ries, Health, 22 May 2025
The room is not the same without Bosa, and if edge rusher is going to continue being a strength of the team, Mack has to remain a dominant player.
—Daniel Popper, New York Times, 22 May 2025
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While others chase fleeting trends or seek instant results, those who understand and leverage the power of patience may be able to secure more consistent, sustainable and rewarding investments.—
Rodolfo Delgado,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2025
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Sandman With the power to control and transform into sand, Sandman (his real name is Flint Marko) is a tough opponent for Spidey and his friends.—
Sarah Scott,
Parents,
30 May 2025
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The issue has baffled users and raised concerns about the reliability of the tool that's been integrated into workplaces, schools, and government offices across the globe.—
Jesus Mesa,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 May 2025
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Newsom has said the tunnel project is vital to improving the reliability of water deliveries as climate change shrinks California’s snowpack and alters the timing of runoff.—
Ian James,
Los Angeles Times,
21 May 2025
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All this Cancer energy will be just one note in a larger harmony, as Jupiter enters Cancer next week and stays until July 2026.—
Colin Bedell,
Them.,
30 May 2025
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The crypto and blockchain sectors require tech-savvy developers, compliance officers, clean energy producers, lawyers, financial analysts, and marketing professionals.—
Jeremy Cooney,
New York Daily News,
30 May 2025
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Businesses are also increasingly seeking long-term price stability, which renewables can provide more reliably than volatile fossil fuel markets.—
Martin Hermann,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2025
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Hegseth said his visit will include several meetings aimed at reinforcing America's commitment to stability in the region.—
Amanda Castro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 May 2025
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Magnesium is an essential mineral in many body processes, including blood pressure control, muscle and nerve function, energy production, and blood sugar regulation.—
Ashley Wong,
Health,
27 May 2025
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According to the Cleveland Clinic, the condition weakens the body’s connective tissue, affecting the skin, muscles and joints.—
Escher Walcott,
People.com,
27 May 2025
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“Strength.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/strength. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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