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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

The matchup for the FIFA World Cup semifinal at AT&T Stadium is set, with powerhouses France and Spain playing for a chance to advance to the final.

— Lawrence Dow, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 10 July 2026
Mona, the largest private museum in Australia, is executing the new museum with the aid of Asset World Corporation (AWC), a Thai real estate powerhouse.

— News Desk, Artforum, 10 July 2026

Definition of powerhouse

Noun

The revival of the Andrew Lloyd Webber musical reimagines the ‘80s classic in the style of the Harlem ballroom scene, where each cat is now a human competitor walking the runway and competing in categories like voguing and beauty.

— Caitlin Huston, HollywoodReporter, 13 July 2026
As a beauty editor, I am blessed with an overflowing stash of some of the best hydrating and active products for mature skin, period.

— Jenny Berg, Vogue, 13 July 2026

Definition of beauty

Noun

Destinations that combine crystal-clear seas, warm sand tones and unspoilt scenery consistently stand out as the places people most dream about visiting.

— Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 5 July 2026
Let’s travel path two and figure out how this career part timer doesn’t have to put the rest of their life on hold while the dream career is still TBD.

— Caroline Ceniza-Levine, Forbes.com, 5 July 2026

Definition of dream

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This pantry staple works wonders to remove grease and grime from multiple surfaces in your home, including your oven, without chemicals.

— Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 11 July 2026
Listening to his composition, I am struck by its beauty, craftsmanship, and the unmistakable sense of wonder that animates it.

— Pat Saperstein, Variety, 10 July 2026

Definition of wonder

Noun

The seemingly simple soccer cleat has progressed from a chunky leather work boot worn in factories to a marvel of modern engineering made with advanced synthetic materials and composites.

— Mack DeGeurin, Popular Science, 2 July 2026
This strategic evolution aims to transition Atlas from a high-cost marvel to a scalable, commercially viable solution.

— John Koetsier, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026

Definition of marvel

Noun

That indicates the strength is not a one-quarter phenomenon, and that management expects the momentum to continue in future quarters.

— Zev Fima, CNBC, 15 July 2026
Long before tunnel fits became a social media phenomenon, Dennis Rodman used his arrivals as an extension of his personality, while Iverson helped reshape NBA fashion through throwback jerseys, jewelry and hip-hop style.

— Nethumi Kannangara, Sportico.com, 15 July 2026

Definition of phenomenon

Noun

Her high-school sweetheart, Johnny Vasel, a chef with whom Patty had relocated to Fort Lauderdale, was working a holiday dinner shift that day.

— Grethel Aguila, Miami Herald, 16 July 2026
Kate Middleton and Prince William went from college sweethearts to a lasting royal romance.

— Brendan Le, PEOPLE, 13 July 2026

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