as in empire
an extremely powerful nation
The country had become an economic superpower.
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Recent Examples of superpower
In any event, though again, this aspect of performance is up to OEM configuration somewhat, performance on battery power is indeed one of this Snapdragon X laptop’s superpowers.
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Dave Altavilla, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
The world wants to know: What kind of superpower will America be in the years to come?
—New York Times, 3 Nov. 2024
Living Proof Triple Bond Complex is loaded with moisture-sealing lipids and strengthening peptides to reduce frizz and add softness, but its real superpower is reversing damage.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 23 Oct. 2024
But China’s emergence as a scientific superpower and the U.S.’s biggest economic and military rival has led to a slew of efforts to restrict Sino-American research collaborations, often supported by both parties.
—Byjeffrey Mervis, science.org, 16 Oct. 2024
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Dave Altavilla, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
The world wants to know: What kind of superpower will America be in the years to come?
—New York Times, 3 Nov. 2024
Living Proof Triple Bond Complex is loaded with moisture-sealing lipids and strengthening peptides to reduce frizz and add softness, but its real superpower is reversing damage.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 23 Oct. 2024
But China’s emergence as a scientific superpower and the U.S.’s biggest economic and military rival has led to a slew of efforts to restrict Sino-American research collaborations, often supported by both parties.
—Byjeffrey Mervis, science.org, 16 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for superpower
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Kirk’s apparatus has gone from a conservative youth-outreach organization to an all-encompassing right-wing empire—one that has cultivated relationships with influential conservative faith groups, built a powerful media arm, and hosted rallies for Trump and other top Republicans.Ali Breland, The Atlantic, 5 Nov. 2024
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Stewart honed the homemaking skills upon which her empire was built at a four-acre former onion farm dubbed Turkey Hill in Westport, Connecticut.Michelle Duncan, Architectural Digest, 5 Nov. 2024
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Education and community engagement appear to be two areas of unique strength for Shelley, who even in a brief interview spoke passionately and persuasively about the power of music.Samantha Dunn, Orange County Register, 13 Nov. 2024
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Instead of driving China and North Korea apart, Washington should try to capitalize on Beijing’s power over Pyongyang by urging China to clearly communicate two redlines to its partner.Sungmin Cho, Foreign Affairs, 12 Nov. 2024
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The New South Wales state government is supporting Season 2 through Screen NSW’s Made in NSW Fund.Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 20 Nov. 2024
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Helicopter ball drop before Utah football game goes viral A Utah high school football state championship went viral as a helicopter dropped a ball onto the field after a traditional coin toss.Ryan Gaydos, Fox News, 20 Nov. 2024
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And 56% are worried that the 2024 election could be the end of democracy in the United States.Aditi Shrikant, CNBC, 5 Nov. 2024
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There are fundamental values on the line, even beyond democracy — women’s rights, civil rights, the safety of immigrants.Mark Z. Barabak, Los Angeles Times, 5 Nov. 2024
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The upcoming election is an indicator in how much longer the American republic will last.Roger Valdez, Forbes, 7 Oct. 2024
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Democrats were also disappointed that Walz didn’t seize every opportunity to attack J. D. Vance and Donald Trump as MAGA extremists threatening the republic.Matthew Continetti, National Review, 5 Oct. 2024
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Meanwhile, Qatari leaders face the prospect of a hawkish Trump presidency and more powerful Republican lawmakers with little tolerance for rounds of unsuccessful talks or patience with the kingdom’s role as a go-between for militants.Keir Simmons, NBC News, 9 Nov. 2024
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The construction has taken place in border regions in northeast Bhutan and the west of the kingdom – near the disputed border between India and China, according to the research.Simone McCarthy, CNN, 5 Nov. 2024
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His thirty-two-year hard-line dictatorship witnessed political assassinations and the violent suppression of human rights by his army.Hung Duong, Artforum, 1 Nov. 2024
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The peace plan tried to secure Arab recognition of Israel’s 1967 conquests, in exchange for more American aid and arms sales to the brutal Egyptian, Saudi and Emirati dictatorships.Caise D. Hassan, Chicago Tribune, 31 Oct. 2024
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The virus’ spread prompted the World Health Organization in August to declare a public health emergency of international concern, particularly as the virus spread to several other neighboring countries in Africa.Jakob Rodgers, The Mercury News, 17 Nov. 2024
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Make plans to see people from other countries or different backgrounds.Georgia Nicols, The Denver Post, 14 Nov. 2024
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“Superpower.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/superpower. Accessed 25 Nov. 2024.
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