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to put into action or service
huge dams harness the power of water to produce electricity
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Recent Examples of harnesses
In ‘Leviticus,’ Adrian Chiarella harnesses horror’s visceral power to confront homophobia with intelligence and imaginative flair, transforming a story of young love under siege into a gripping, urgent debut.
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Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 10 Mar. 2026
The actor harnesses raw physicality, steely nerve and unshakable honor to portray an energizing guy taking on an empire.
—Brian Truitt, USA Today, 9 Mar. 2026
The Skechers Aero Razor harnesses the explosive benefits of superfoam while maintaining a sensitive, stable ride.
—Cory Smith, Outside, 15 Feb. 2026
Alubri has exclusive rights to the technology in vaginal care, and will soon introduce a vaginal cleanser, which also harnesses the patented system.
—Noor Lobad, Footwear News, 22 Jan. 2026
The number one also means the opportunity to foster a self-sufficient lifestyle that harnesses your unique and inventive sentiments.
—Lisa Stardust, PEOPLE, 20 Jan. 2026
Inspirational and innovative, this film instantly harnesses your attention and affection.
—Chris Snellgrove, Entertainment Weekly, 2 Jan. 2026
The researchers hope to use these findings to help improve robotic touch – something that harnesses a natural kind of sensitivity in real-world situation, such as excavation and search-and-rescue operations.
—New Atlas, 16 Nov. 2025
While reading the script, Price also came across the concept of a Dyson sphere, a structure that harnesses power from the sun.
—Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 2 Nov. 2025
Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 10 Mar. 2026
The actor harnesses raw physicality, steely nerve and unshakable honor to portray an energizing guy taking on an empire.
—Brian Truitt, USA Today, 9 Mar. 2026
The Skechers Aero Razor harnesses the explosive benefits of superfoam while maintaining a sensitive, stable ride.
—Cory Smith, Outside, 15 Feb. 2026
Alubri has exclusive rights to the technology in vaginal care, and will soon introduce a vaginal cleanser, which also harnesses the patented system.
—Noor Lobad, Footwear News, 22 Jan. 2026
The number one also means the opportunity to foster a self-sufficient lifestyle that harnesses your unique and inventive sentiments.
—Lisa Stardust, PEOPLE, 20 Jan. 2026
Inspirational and innovative, this film instantly harnesses your attention and affection.
—Chris Snellgrove, Entertainment Weekly, 2 Jan. 2026
The researchers hope to use these findings to help improve robotic touch – something that harnesses a natural kind of sensitivity in real-world situation, such as excavation and search-and-rescue operations.
—New Atlas, 16 Nov. 2025
While reading the script, Price also came across the concept of a Dyson sphere, a structure that harnesses power from the sun.
—Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 2 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for harnesses
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Firstly, AccuWeb offers Linux and Windows dedicated hosting, while HostArmada uses Linux exclusively.—
Gabriel Zamora,
PC Magazine,
8 Mar. 2026
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The company uses subcontractors at Camp East Montana, including security firm Akima Global Services and medical contractor Loyal Source.—
Morgan Lee,
Los Angeles Times,
8 Mar. 2026
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The circuit utilizes some public roads – such as Aughtie Drive and Lakeside Drive – and a parking area in its layout.—
Madeline Coleman,
New York Times,
6 Mar. 2026
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Ursa Major utilizes advanced manufacturing and flexible system architectures to develop technologies for land, air, sea, and space applications.—
Georgina Jedikovska,
Interesting Engineering,
5 Mar. 2026
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The statute also applies to inheritance under a will, trust and certain other financial policies.—
Adam Sabes,
FOXNews.com,
5 Mar. 2026
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The titular condition, which describes someone whose irises are fully or partially different colors, reportedly applies to Hevia Baillères.—
Jami Ganz,
New York Daily News,
5 Mar. 2026
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Consider how Russia exploits disasters and climate debates.—
Michael Chertoff,
The Orlando Sentinel,
4 Mar. 2026
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Nebraska became the latest state to sue Roblox on Wednesday, alleging that the popular gaming platform exploits children and misrepresents its safety practices.—
Angela Yang,
NBC news,
4 Mar. 2026
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