power base

noun

: a base of political support

Examples of power base in a Sentence

Both candidates are doing whatever they can to raise money from their power bases. Most of her power base is in the city.
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If countries in Asia and Europe retreat to coal or rapidly expand their renewable power base in response to the geopolitical situation, that could further decrease the price of gas, Orlando says. Stephanie Pappas, Scientific American, 23 Mar. 2026 His wartime ties later evolved into a core power base within the security establishment. Emma Graham,sawdah Bhaimiya, CNBC, 11 Mar. 2026 How Texas matches up with its in-state rival Texas A&M Any successful political endeavor requires success in your power base. David Eckert, Austin American Statesman, 28 Feb. 2026 Reuters Journalists in Kabul and Kandahar heard blasts and jets overhead as Pakistan launched airstrikes on the Afghan capital and southern power base of the Taliban authorities. CBS News, 27 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for power base

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First Known Use

1959, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of power base was in 1959

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“Power base.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/power%20base. Accessed 4 Apr. 2026.

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