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as in rich
having an abundance of some characteristic quality (as flavor)
a potent tea that is the perfect morning pick-me-up
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2
as in powerful
having great power or influence
a potent argument for expanding our program of space exploration
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as in efficient
producing or capable of producing a desired result
potent medicine that can be obtained through a doctor's prescription
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Recent Examples of potent
The Bear may be adopting a device used by The Pitt (and many others), but its most potent reference point is its own early history.
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Kathryn Vanarendonk,
Vulture,
26 June 2026
Filmmakers find Lady Liberty a potent visual stand-in for the country itself.
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Jennie Yabroff,
USA Today,
26 June 2026
Experiments in test tubes and in mice confirmed that the megacluster’s products could kill off various bacteria and were more potent when used in combination.
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Beth Mole,
ArsTechnica,
26 June 2026
Skubal looked as potent as ever on Wednesday.
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Cody Stavenhagen,
New York Times,
25 June 2026
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Kathryn Vanarendonk,
Vulture,
26 June 2026
Filmmakers find Lady Liberty a potent visual stand-in for the country itself.
—
Jennie Yabroff,
USA Today,
26 June 2026
Experiments in test tubes and in mice confirmed that the megacluster’s products could kill off various bacteria and were more potent when used in combination.
—
Beth Mole,
ArsTechnica,
26 June 2026
Skubal looked as potent as ever on Wednesday.
—
Cody Stavenhagen,
New York Times,
25 June 2026
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Soak in the mineral-rich waters of nearby Travertine Hot Springs and observe a decaying mining town at Bodie State Historic Park.
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Key Takeaways Omega-3s can be obtained through a balanced diet, especially by eating seafood rich in DHA and EPA, such as salmon, sardines, and mackerel.
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Seconds later, a powerful explosion blasted through the doorway, shattering windows and sending vertical blinds and debris flying as firefighters quickly retreated from the building.
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The brothers bonded over the game, but in his work, Grant so frequently provided a microphone for the voices a powerful organization would rather hush.
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But the Idaho side never found the back of the net again while Knoxville proved lethally efficient with its limited opportunities.
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One of the greatest changes is that the second-gen model has a hybrid powertrain option for drivers who want an efficient midsize hybrid SUV.
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Projections varied in the weeks leading up to the draft with no real consensus among draft analysts, but in the last 24 hours there were strong indications the Clippers would choose Wagler and the Nets would take Brown.
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Your desire for solitude and introspection is strong during today’s Scorpio moon.
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The world's most influential creative institutions are beginning to recognize and showcase AI creators not as fringe, but as legitimate members of the creative community.
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The Kentucky Republican is regarded as one of the most influential and consequential American politicians in modern history.
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Her colleague Maria Amato adds a harder constraint — the most effective leadership development happens on the job, inside the relationships management layers exist to create.
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How to prevent the spread of rabies Avoiding contact with wildlife remains the most effective way to prevent rabies transmission, according to the CDC.
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Before the earthquakes, the government generally defended its national health system as robust, blaming shortcomings on sanctions imposed by the United States.
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The country also offers robust infrastructure, with new projects such as the Hafeet Rail, enhanced digital connectivity, favorable tax policies, and a low crime rate.
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The heatwave has been significant enough to prompt major fashion houses to accommodate last-minute schedule changes.
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Damaged coating can cause significant problems, leading to violations of ecological regulations and insurers’ biofoul clauses.
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“Potent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/potent. Accessed 4 Jul. 2026.
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