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hummer

noun

ˈhə-mər

Definition of hummer

as in powerhouse

an ambitious person who eagerly goes after what is desired he's a real hummer when it comes to getting new clients for his advertising agency

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as in beauty

something very good of its kind this is the author's first mystery novel, and it's a hummer

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Noun

Beijing — For the first time, two Chinese nationals have been awarded the prestigious Fields Medal for mathematics achievement – a win hailed across China as a milestone in the country’s bid to cement its role as a science and technology powerhouse.

— Simone McCarthy, CNN Money, 24 July 2026
Olive oil is a powerhouse and comes with many health benefits, such as fighting diabetes, boosting heart and gut health, strengthening bones, and reducing high blood pressure.

— Audrey Noble, Vogue, 24 July 2026

Definition of powerhouse

Noun

Awards recognized visual artists, hip-hop performers, nonprofit organizations, vocalists, business owners, educators, fitness professionals, beauty industry workers and community advocates.

— Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 28 July 2026
Less flashy than the other two, the beauty of having a drink here is the craft.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 July 2026

Definition of beauty

Noun

To make this dream a reality, Love partnered with other diverse DJs, like Melika Rahimi, a Persian woman whose DJ name is Melak, and Katie Espino, a Dominican woman who goes by Localuva.

— Zuri Primos July 27, Kansas City Star, 27 July 2026
Others, particularly members of younger generations, are questioning whether such a dream is really within reach — and if not, how to build a new roadmap to personal fulfillment.

— Jennifer Liu Valentina Duarte, CNBC, 26 July 2026

Definition of dream

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For the third time in nine days since returning from the FIFA World Cup break, that formula worked wonders for Los Angeles Football Club.

— Josh Gross, Daily News, 26 July 2026
For all his success, Sienkiewicz has never lost the sense of wonder at being able to do work that motivates himself personally.

— Rob Salkowitz, Forbes.com, 26 July 2026

Definition of wonder

Noun

Where Tarik Skubal is a roaring marvel, Casey Mize is rarely demonstrative on the mound.

— Cody Stavenhagen, New York Times, 26 July 2026
Opened in 1910, the original station was considered a marvel of the Beaux Arts style, with imposing, Roman-style columns and an expansive waiting area.

— ABC News, ABC News, 23 July 2026

Definition of marvel

Noun

This is known as a downburst, or straight-line winds, and the phenomenon can generate winds as strong as a tornado.

— Mark Price July 30, Charlotte Observer, 30 July 2026
After Tiger King became a pop culture phenomenon, there were plenty of stops and starts before finding Goode’s next documentary project.

— Savannah Walsh, Vanity Fair, 29 July 2026

Definition of phenomenon

Noun

Deadline revealed earlier this week that Meta Golding would be joining the series regular cast for Season 2 as Mel, Angelo’s childhood sweetheart.

— Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 30 July 2026
His wife and high school sweetheart, Midori Matsuoka Carpenter, is the executive director of the North Kansas Schools Education Foundation.

— Jenna Ebbers, Kansas City Star, 28 July 2026

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