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as in enabling
to give official or legal power to
the federal agency empowered to collect taxes
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as in letting
to make able or possible
workshops in financial management to empower workers to plan for their retirement
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Recent Examples of empowering
The Unistellar network is not just about collecting astronomical data but about involving citizens in scientific research and empowering them to participate in discoveries.
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Harry Bennett, Space.com, 27 Jan. 2026
Under her guidance, the company has grown significantly and is now preparing for a public offering, a pivotal step toward its goal of empowering agents and transforming the real estate industry from within.
—Nick Franck, USA Today, 27 Jan. 2026
Madrid’s leadership faltered, never empowering their manager to instill a collective philosophy—highlighting the ongoing failure to embrace the approach that made Barcelona memorable.
—Zak Garner-Purkis, Forbes.com, 26 Jan. 2026
But his bounce off the dribble returned almost immediately, empowering the guard to carve his path downhill to score 18 points in less than 13 minutes in the first half — 10 of which were created in the paint.
—Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 23 Jan. 2026
This is about empowering creative talent to thrive in a changing industry, not replacing jobs.
—Eline Van Der Velden, Variety, 23 Jan. 2026
The network bridges generations, sectors and communities – empowering people to listen, learn and lead together.
—Will Richmond, The Providence Journal, 22 Jan. 2026
Owners focused on building a family business that will last for generations should consider empowering a strong board with independent directors, viewing it as a vital tool in ensuring business longevity.
—Wendy Stewart, Fortune, 22 Jan. 2026
Talking about death can be educational, empowering and inspiring.
—Ut Community Press, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Jan. 2026
Harry Bennett, Space.com, 27 Jan. 2026
Under her guidance, the company has grown significantly and is now preparing for a public offering, a pivotal step toward its goal of empowering agents and transforming the real estate industry from within.
—Nick Franck, USA Today, 27 Jan. 2026
Madrid’s leadership faltered, never empowering their manager to instill a collective philosophy—highlighting the ongoing failure to embrace the approach that made Barcelona memorable.
—Zak Garner-Purkis, Forbes.com, 26 Jan. 2026
But his bounce off the dribble returned almost immediately, empowering the guard to carve his path downhill to score 18 points in less than 13 minutes in the first half — 10 of which were created in the paint.
—Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 23 Jan. 2026
This is about empowering creative talent to thrive in a changing industry, not replacing jobs.
—Eline Van Der Velden, Variety, 23 Jan. 2026
The network bridges generations, sectors and communities – empowering people to listen, learn and lead together.
—Will Richmond, The Providence Journal, 22 Jan. 2026
Owners focused on building a family business that will last for generations should consider empowering a strong board with independent directors, viewing it as a vital tool in ensuring business longevity.
—Wendy Stewart, Fortune, 22 Jan. 2026
Talking about death can be educational, empowering and inspiring.
—Ut Community Press, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for empowering
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Modular software drives robots The platform emphasizes that software can evolve independently of hardware, enabling robots to learn new tasks and improve over time.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
30 Jan. 2026
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Late season demand was addressed through DTC retail and online channels, enabling DTC revenue up 5 percent and a wholesale revenue gain of 4 percent, both compared to year-ago levels.—
Vicki M. Young,
Footwear News,
30 Jan. 2026
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Goldis chose not to stand down, letting the deadline pass.—
Mia Cathell,
The Washington Examiner,
31 Jan. 2026
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However, if falling branches don't threaten electrical lines, driveways, walkways, or structures, letting ice melt naturally is the better approach.—
Barbara Gillette,
The Spruce,
31 Jan. 2026
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The last time Oncor filed for a base rate adjustment similar to this was May 2022, with the final order authorizing that rate change being issued in April 2023.—
Lana Ferguson,
Dallas Morning News,
30 Jan. 2026
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The San Diego Unified Board of Trustees took the next steps to open workforce housing on school sites by authorizing staff to enter negotiations for four sites.—
Jemma Stephenson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 Jan. 2026
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But an appellate court panel put that decision on hold for the time being, allowing the facility to stay open.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
29 Jan. 2026
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The works will be rotated throughout the galleries, allowing visitors to view them through a different lens.—
Alyson Rodriguez,
Dallas Morning News,
29 Jan. 2026
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“Empowering.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/empowering. Accessed 3 Feb. 2026.
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