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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
Different views on the topic Some Democrats view the podcast as a strategic effort to recalibrate the party’s messaging on polarizing issues like transgender rights and policing, which contributed to Kamala Harris’s 2024 loss[2][8].
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Mark Z. Barabak, Los Angeles Times, 12 Mar. 2025
Timing of the Newport Beach TV Fest is strategic to hit right before the Emmy nomination voting window, and as FYC events wrap up.
—Michael Schneider, Variety, 12 Mar. 2025
Originally focused on expanding content sales and SVOD channel distribution in North America, the division has now taken charge of Viaplay’s international growth following the group’s strategic shift in 2023.
—Deadline, 12 Mar. 2025
Diego Pesqueira, director of strategic communications for La Policia Nacional, told Fox News Digital that police have been urging the public not to rush to judgment as the investigation plays out.
—Sarah Rumpf-Whitten, Fox News, 12 Mar. 2025
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Mark Z. Barabak, Los Angeles Times, 12 Mar. 2025
Timing of the Newport Beach TV Fest is strategic to hit right before the Emmy nomination voting window, and as FYC events wrap up.
—Michael Schneider, Variety, 12 Mar. 2025
Originally focused on expanding content sales and SVOD channel distribution in North America, the division has now taken charge of Viaplay’s international growth following the group’s strategic shift in 2023.
—Deadline, 12 Mar. 2025
Diego Pesqueira, director of strategic communications for La Policia Nacional, told Fox News Digital that police have been urging the public not to rush to judgment as the investigation plays out.
—Sarah Rumpf-Whitten, Fox News, 12 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for strategic
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The team made several changes to its management structure, but a higher involvement of General Motors is believed to have been the key factor that led to its bid being accepted.—
Mark Davis,
Newsweek,
15 Mar. 2025
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The diplomatic effort coincided with a Russian claim that its troops have driven the Ukrainian army out of a key town in Russia's Kursk border region, where Moscow has been trying for seven months to dislodge Ukrainian troops from their foothold.—
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arkansasonline.com,
14 Mar. 2025
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But the rookie’s up-and-down performances through the past three games reflect the growing pains of learning to function as a crucial member of the starting lineup.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Mar. 2025
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However, housing experts have warned that Donald Trump's policies could have a negative impact on construction efforts across the U.S. Tariffs on Canada could increase the cost of softwood lumber, a crucial material used in homebuilding which the U.S. imports heavily from its neighbor.—
Faisal Kutty,
Newsweek,
11 Mar. 2025
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Metamask Card Brings Crypto Natives Real World Utility The critical innovation now happening is connecting these stablecoins directly to everyday payment systems without sacrificing self-custody: a principle that separates crypto from traditional finance.—
Boaz Sobrado,
Forbes,
9 Mar. 2025
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Navigating healthy relationships can be challenging for both teens and parents, but caution and open communication are critical to prevent acts of violence.—
Julianna Bragg,
CNN,
8 Mar. 2025
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Connor McDavid, who assisted on Draisaitl’s decisive tally, has only 85 points to sit fourth in NHL scoring.—
Daniel Nugent-Bowman,
The Athletic,
15 Mar. 2025
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But in a manner which belied her age, Andreeva refocused in the decisive set by breaking her Polish opponent twice in the first five games and ran away to clinch her second victory over Świątek in as many tournaments.—
Ben Morse,
CNN,
15 Mar. 2025
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President has failed to score points with voters on several major topics, according to a new poll published by News on Sunday.—
Peter Aitken,
Newsweek,
17 Mar. 2025
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By 2017, the early allegations had been so quieted that Kale was the keynote speaker at a major Oregon community event.—
Guthrie Scrimgeour,
Rolling Stone,
16 Mar. 2025
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This is a pivotal moment to foster a more inclusive and equitable financial system.—
Dave Birnbaum,
Forbes,
8 Mar. 2025
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Cancer: Cindy Brady As the sweet and innocent youngest daughter in the Brady family, Cindy is a pivotal family member.—
Athena Sobhan,
People.com,
8 Mar. 2025
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And yet, that makes a meaningful relationship all but impossible in their line of work.—
Peter Debruge,
Variety,
6 Mar. 2025
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Shop the Vogue Vintage Market to own a piece of fashion history while making a meaningful impact—because the only thing more timeless than vintage is a piece with a story worth telling.—
Lilah Ramzi,
Vogue,
6 Mar. 2025
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“Strategic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/strategic. Accessed 19 Mar. 2025.
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