1
as in to enable
to give official or legal power to
the federal agency empowered to collect taxes
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as in to let
to make able or possible
workshops in financial management to empower workers to plan for their retirement
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Recent Examples of empower
With the brilliant wit and warmth of Astrid Lindgren’s voice as our guide, our aim is to ensure Pippi remains a joyful, empowering icon for today’s children.
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Elsa Keslassy,
Variety,
19 June 2026
These programs match small-dollar contributions with public money — empowering communities to not only compete for office but also to build power and win.
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Matt Martin,
Chicago Tribune,
19 June 2026
Projecting its own victory, the Iranian regime empowered a hardline leadership, fired missiles and drones at its neighbors, rejected temporary ceasefires, and doubled down on its right to a nuclear program.
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Mostafa Salem,
CNN Money,
18 June 2026
Felicia Casanova, a co-investigator on the study, said one goal is to empower patients to ask more questions about how heat may interact with their treatment plans.
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Ashley Miznazi,
Miami Herald,
18 June 2026
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Elsa Keslassy,
Variety,
19 June 2026
These programs match small-dollar contributions with public money — empowering communities to not only compete for office but also to build power and win.
—
Matt Martin,
Chicago Tribune,
19 June 2026
Projecting its own victory, the Iranian regime empowered a hardline leadership, fired missiles and drones at its neighbors, rejected temporary ceasefires, and doubled down on its right to a nuclear program.
—
Mostafa Salem,
CNN Money,
18 June 2026
Felicia Casanova, a co-investigator on the study, said one goal is to empower patients to ask more questions about how heat may interact with their treatment plans.
—
Ashley Miznazi,
Miami Herald,
18 June 2026
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In March, Zoox struck a partnership with Uber to make its robotaxis available through its ride-hailing app in Las Vegas, enabling it to reach a wider potential customer base.
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These online collaborations have enabled Schultz to think more deeply about how weaving is a technology.
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The longtime head coach of Alameda High School baseball says he was suddenly let go after 25 years leading the program, a decision that's now drawing backlash from players, parents, and the community.
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These options let the computer randomly generate numbers for you.
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While the artist’s work resonates with audiences around the world, Miami’s deep Caribbean and Latin American cultures, central to the city’s identity, may allow many visitors to connect in a deeper way.
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His conviction was overturned in 2024 when his lawyers argued the first trial was unfair when the court allowed other accusers to testify.
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