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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
Without disclosing an exact amount, the city manager said that Pico Rivera had set aside some funding for strategic real estate acquisitions and that this would be the ideal investment for the community.
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Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 28 Jan. 2026
As reported, in October, McQueen launched a strategic review that could lead to the loss of 55 jobs, or 20 percent of the head office staff in London.
—Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 28 Jan. 2026
Sunny Side of the Doc will take place June 22-24, in La Rochelle, France, following a strategic partnership with Documentary Campus that has revived the documentary market after its cancellation was announced last December.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 28 Jan. 2026
But Beijing also covets ties to Bangladesh, which offers strategic access to the Bay of Bengal that could mitigate any blockade scenario in the South China Sea.
—Charlie Campbell, Time, 28 Jan. 2026
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Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 28 Jan. 2026
As reported, in October, McQueen launched a strategic review that could lead to the loss of 55 jobs, or 20 percent of the head office staff in London.
—Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 28 Jan. 2026
Sunny Side of the Doc will take place June 22-24, in La Rochelle, France, following a strategic partnership with Documentary Campus that has revived the documentary market after its cancellation was announced last December.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 28 Jan. 2026
But Beijing also covets ties to Bangladesh, which offers strategic access to the Bay of Bengal that could mitigate any blockade scenario in the South China Sea.
—Charlie Campbell, Time, 28 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for strategic
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Thus, De’Anthony Melton and Al Horford, both key figures off the bench, were in street clothes on the second night of a back-to-back.—
Joseph Dycus,
Mercury News,
27 Jan. 2026
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The Warriors were down four of their key rotational pieces, on top of being without Jimmy Butler — who was lost for the season earlier this month after suffering a torn ACL.—
Jace Frederick,
Twin Cities,
27 Jan. 2026
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Mikel Arteta and his players are facing criticism for not imposing themselves on opposition teams forcefully enough, allowing valuable points to slip through their fingers at such a crucial point of the season.—
Graham Ruthven,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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Liberal and conservative polls show the president’s support is cratering across all groups because of ICE’s excesses but especially with independents and Latinos, two constituencies crucial to his 2024 triumph and the future of MAGA.—
Gustavo Arellano,
Los Angeles Times,
29 Jan. 2026
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Hillis Schild, executive director of the fund, said such projects meet critical community needs, but often struggle to secure traditional bank financing.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
27 Jan. 2026
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Nick Geller, managing director of Steadfast LA, highlighted the organization’s emphasis on protecting critical community infrastructure.—
Michelle Edgar,
Daily News,
27 Jan. 2026
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The decisive opportunity—and the most formidable challenge—resides within the Gordian knot of healthcare operations.—
Sahar Hashmi,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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Critics label her authoritarian, while trustees praise her decisive leadership.—
Staff,
FOXNews.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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Zelenskyy said Ukrainian intelligence reports indicate Russia is assembling forces for a major aerial attack.—
AAMER MADHANI AND SUSIE BLANN THE ASSOCIATED PRESS,
Arkansas Online,
30 Jan. 2026
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Jenner, like her sister Kim Kardashian, has often turned to Margiela for her most major moments, with an affinity for the house’s sensual, body-exulting designs.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
30 Jan. 2026
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Kai Wilson added 17 points and two blocks, and Jacob Stewart came off the bench to score eight of his nine points in the pivotal fourth quarter.—
David Delgado,
Oc Register,
23 Jan. 2026
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What happened over the next two days could prove pivotal in Iran’s history.—
Sarah Dean,
CNN Money,
23 Jan. 2026
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This approach emphasizes meaningful pieces that tell a story over instant gratification.—
Amanda Lauren,
Forbes.com,
25 Jan. 2026
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Despite their remarkable flexibility, today’s soft artificial muscles struggle to deliver meaningful force.—
Bojan Stojkovski,
Interesting Engineering,
25 Jan. 2026
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“Strategic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/strategic. Accessed 31 Jan. 2026.
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