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 hot plate → Gen Z's favorite ready-to-drink cocktails are raising new concerns that their high potency may fuel overconsumption.
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Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 23 Apr. 2026
Australia will invest billions of dollars to establish anti-drone defense systems as the wars in Iran and Ukraine underscore the potency of unmanned vehicles in a rapidly evolving global security environment.
—James Mayger, Bloomberg, 21 Apr. 2026
Lower-potency products are typically 5 to 10 milligrams per gram of THC, study coauthor Tom Freeman, a professor in the department of psychology and director of the Addiction and Mental Health Group at the University of Bath in the United Kingdom, told me in an email.
—Sandee Lamotte, CNN Money, 20 Apr. 2026
The Department of Health would then test the products for safety and potency.
—Shaun Boyd, CBS News, 20 Apr. 2026
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Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 23 Apr. 2026
Australia will invest billions of dollars to establish anti-drone defense systems as the wars in Iran and Ukraine underscore the potency of unmanned vehicles in a rapidly evolving global security environment.
—James Mayger, Bloomberg, 21 Apr. 2026
Lower-potency products are typically 5 to 10 milligrams per gram of THC, study coauthor Tom Freeman, a professor in the department of psychology and director of the Addiction and Mental Health Group at the University of Bath in the United Kingdom, told me in an email.
—Sandee Lamotte, CNN Money, 20 Apr. 2026
The Department of Health would then test the products for safety and potency.
—Shaun Boyd, CBS News, 20 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for potency
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Once fierce rivals, the two men were responsible for the country’s first peaceful transfer of power between parties, after Jefferson and his Democratic-Republican Party defeated Adams and the Federalists in the election of 1800.—
Jelani Cobb,
New Yorker,
4 May 2026
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Meanwhile, the Marlins are sending catcher Agustin Ramirez to Triple-A after an uneven first five weeks in which his power declined, his defense remained poor and base running errors frustrated the team.—
Barry Jackson,
Sun Sentinel,
4 May 2026
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While the Sky are looking to rebound from a 10-34 season, the Dream went 30-14 last season and Reese’s growing offensive game, along with her strength on the boards, only adds to their championship hopes.—
Kalen Lumpkins,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Apr. 2026
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And without Wagner, the Magic were missing too much of that collective strength.—
Mike Bianchi,
The Orlando Sentinel,
30 Apr. 2026
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Renewable energy Iggo is also keen on renewable energy, citing a recovery in stocks this year, driven by the massive demand for electricity coming from the AI trade, as well as the conflict in the Middle East.—
Michael Considine,
CNBC,
2 May 2026
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As the Moon in Scorpio trines Jupiter from your 2nd House of Resources, confidence builds around what’s actually worth your time, energy, and attention.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
2 May 2026
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The medication can help strengthen the floor-of-mouth muscles, keeping the dog’s airway more open.—
Taneia Surles,
USA Today,
1 May 2026
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For persistent symptoms, more advanced therapies are also available, including Botox injections into the bladder muscle and neuromodulation, which targets the nerves that control bladder function.—
Lauryn Higgins,
Flow Space,
1 May 2026
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The airline announced several new Fort Lauderdale flights to accommodate the long-term drop in seat capacity left by Spirit’s cessation of service.—
Scott Laird,
Travel + Leisure,
4 May 2026
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The administration says the new 90,000-square-foot structure will increase capacity for guests at state dinners and other events, to the tune of at least $300 million.—
Rachel Treisman,
NPR,
4 May 2026
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“Potency.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/potency. Accessed 6 May. 2026.
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