as in power
the ability to exert effort for the accomplishment of a task
vitamins of high potency that should be taken only in the proper dosage
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Recent Examples of potency
The Food Processor quickly chops, slices, and shreds a wide array of ingredients for unlimited culinary creations, while the Coffee & Spice Grinder efficiently grinds coffee beans, spices, and herbs for superior flavor and potency.
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ABC News, 6 June 2026
The serving is far more about potency than quantity.
—Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 4 June 2026
In animal testing, mitragynine was shown to have one quarter the potency of morphine; 7-hydroxymitragynine was 13 times more potent than morphine.
—Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 3 June 2026
These drugs have tenfold the potency of fentanyl and have led to numerous overdose deaths in 2026.
—Justin Klawans, TheWeek, 3 June 2026
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ABC News, 6 June 2026
The serving is far more about potency than quantity.
—Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 4 June 2026
In animal testing, mitragynine was shown to have one quarter the potency of morphine; 7-hydroxymitragynine was 13 times more potent than morphine.
—Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 3 June 2026
These drugs have tenfold the potency of fentanyl and have led to numerous overdose deaths in 2026.
—Justin Klawans, TheWeek, 3 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for potency
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Federal officials this year sent water from the upstream Flaming Gorge Reservoir to Lake Powell to stave off an emergency where water levels in the lower reservoir fall so low that water no longer flows through the dam’s power turbines — the only safe way to release water for extended periods.—
Elise Schmelzer,
Denver Post,
7 June 2026
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That still left a lot of the two-time league champion’s star power exposed to be plucked by the four new teams looking to fill rosters.—
Tom Carothers,
Twin Cities,
7 June 2026
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That’s one of our city’s greatest strengths.—
Todd Plummer,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 June 2026
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Even in a less spectacular season at the tip of a City side which did not always play to his strengths, Haaland still found the net 38 times in 52 club appearances.—
Liam Twomey,
New York Times,
11 June 2026
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Wellness gurus will also appreciate the range of treatments and healing modalities on offer at The Lotus Spa, from classic massages and facials to Reiki energy work and sound baths.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 June 2026
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Set your thermostat to 78°F in summer to balance comfort and energy savings.—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
12 June 2026
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As this process of disruption progresses, paralysis can develop — including in the muscles responsible for breathing.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2026
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The activity strengthens core muscles, legs and arms.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
12 June 2026
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The 5,000 capacity has limited those who can see the big screen up close.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
9 June 2026
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However the failure to reach an agreement on the 100-billion Euro ($116 billion) project, which also includes Spain, underscores the struggles Europe has faced in rebuilding its military capacity after decades of underinvestment.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
9 June 2026
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“Potency.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/potency. Accessed 14 Jun. 2026.
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