1
as in dominions
the right or means to command or control others
the emir has nearly complete power over the emirate
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2
as in faculties
a natural ability of the mind or body
dogs have a very highly developed power of smell
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as in energies
something with a usable capacity for doing work
nuclear power
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Recent Examples of powers
Mike Hernández, Sun Sentinel, 13 Feb. 2026
That’s the sort of idyllic vision our political powers-that-be and tech overlords fear more than anything.
—Alphonse Pierre, Pitchfork, 13 Feb. 2026
Before February 2022, some observers thought Russia was one of the world’s premier military powers—an assessment that Ukraine quickly upended.
—Alan Cullison, The Atlantic, 13 Feb. 2026
Flowers and feathers and leaves and bells bestow transformational powers, turning him into a tanuki (a Japanese raccoon dog) or granting him the ability to fly or hurl fireballs from his hands.
—Literary Hub, 11 Feb. 2026
Other changes to the city charter Voters will also be asked to make changes to rules governing the firing of city department heads, the powers of the city manager, and other items to bring the charter in line with state law.
—Harrison Mantas, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 Feb. 2026
The states argue in the ongoing lawsuit that the measure violates the spending powers of Congress by singling out Planned Parenthood for negative treatment.
—Katie King
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feb. 11, Los Angeles Times, 11 Feb. 2026
Who’s winning so far The tournament is still in group play, but early standings show familiar powers out front.
—Dante Motley, Austin American Statesman, 11 Feb. 2026
Executives at the show, which closes on Sunday, pointed to shifting alliances and tougher rhetoric from major powers as a catalyst for the trend.
—Lim Hui Jie, CNBC, 7 Feb. 2026
Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 23 Sep. 2025
This process, which powers the sun and stars, offers the potential for a virtually limitless power source.
—Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 12 Sep. 2025
Noun
By letter filed with the Commission, the Manager shall designate a qualified City Administrative Officer to exercise his powers and perform the duties of Manager during his/her temporary absence or disability.
—Mike Hernández, Sun Sentinel, 13 Feb. 2026
That’s the sort of idyllic vision our political powers-that-be and tech overlords fear more than anything.
—Alphonse Pierre, Pitchfork, 13 Feb. 2026
Before February 2022, some observers thought Russia was one of the world’s premier military powers—an assessment that Ukraine quickly upended.
—Alan Cullison, The Atlantic, 13 Feb. 2026
Flowers and feathers and leaves and bells bestow transformational powers, turning him into a tanuki (a Japanese raccoon dog) or granting him the ability to fly or hurl fireballs from his hands.
—Literary Hub, 11 Feb. 2026
Other changes to the city charter Voters will also be asked to make changes to rules governing the firing of city department heads, the powers of the city manager, and other items to bring the charter in line with state law.
—Harrison Mantas, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 Feb. 2026
The states argue in the ongoing lawsuit that the measure violates the spending powers of Congress by singling out Planned Parenthood for negative treatment.
—Katie King
contact
feb. 11, Los Angeles Times, 11 Feb. 2026
Who’s winning so far The tournament is still in group play, but early standings show familiar powers out front.
—Dante Motley, Austin American Statesman, 11 Feb. 2026
Executives at the show, which closes on Sunday, pointed to shifting alliances and tougher rhetoric from major powers as a catalyst for the trend.
—Lim Hui Jie, CNBC, 7 Feb. 2026
Verb
How Wisconsin's solar battery park powers 130,000 homes The Paris Solar farm began producing power in December 2024 and generates 200 megawatts of renewable electricity during the day.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 23 Sep. 2025
This process, which powers the sun and stars, offers the potential for a virtually limitless power source.
—Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 12 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for powers
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And they are captivated by a vision of an imperial federation, with a parliament in London, where Britain would be an important partner, but just one, and where Canada and the other dominions would have representation.—
David Frum,
The Atlantic,
4 Feb. 2026
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Instead, the attorney claimed, Williams' faculties were impacted by alcohol addiction.—
Taijuan Moorman,
USA Today,
9 Feb. 2026
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For the past fifty years, the predominant theory held that our capacity to parse complicated syntax rested on specialized, innate faculties.—
Gideon Lewis-Kraus,
New Yorker,
9 Feb. 2026
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Shriver focuses most of her fictional energies on characters who are more generously, and more plausibly, drawn and thus more deserving of her—and our—interest.—
Adelle Waldman,
The Atlantic,
10 Feb. 2026
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Quaid and Thatcher are both standouts in their TV ensembles — The Boys and Yellowjackets, respectively — and their opposing energies create a unique chemistry here.—
Ilana Gordon,
Entertainment Weekly,
10 Feb. 2026
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Mountain travel was highly discouraged, according to the weather service, with snow reducing visibility, causing major delays and prompting chain controls likely on Interstate 80 and other mountain passes.—
Michael McGough
February 14,
Sacbee.com,
14 Feb. 2026
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Tax changes should be considered only after cost controls and efficiency improvements are evaluated, with full public disclosure and input before final decisions are made.—
Rachel Royster,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 Feb. 2026
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The pressure to produce an Instagram-worthy evening may be part of what fuels Valentine’s stress.—
Deirdre Bardolf,
FOXNews.com,
14 Feb. 2026
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The company said it's worked years to develop a process to reduce the renewable fuels’ carbon footprint to zero, which includes technology that cuts its energy use when making ethanol.—
Donnelle Eller,
Des Moines Register,
13 Feb. 2026
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In order to get that power to your home, your electric company charges a distribution charge.—
John Shumway,
CBS News,
11 Feb. 2026
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The EverBank Performance® Money Market also offers a favorable APY and requires no minimum deposit and charges no monthly maintenance fees.—
Andreina Rodriguez,
CNBC,
10 Feb. 2026
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She was born when Calvin Coolidge was president of the United States and has lived through the reigns of 17 others.—
Jerry Shnay,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Feb. 2026
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Lady Gaga reigns as Mother Monster among her devoted fans.—
Melissa Ruggieri,
USA Today,
8 Feb. 2026
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An unexpected opportunity or disruption pushes you into new territory.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
17 Feb. 2026
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The blockbuster investment, which comes as India pushes to gain a stronger foothold in the global AI race, is expected to create a $250 billion AI infrastructure ecosystem in India over the next decade, Adani said.—
Sam Meredith,
CNBC,
17 Feb. 2026
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“Powers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/powers. Accessed 19 Feb. 2026.
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