strategic

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Recent Examples of strategic On the other hand, the Trump administration should aim to keep high-end, strategic manufacturing—in sectors such as semiconductors and industrial robotics—close to balanced, through formulaic reciprocal tariffs. Zongyuan Zoe Liu, Foreign Affairs, 29 Apr. 2025 Wedbush analysts likewise remain optimistic about Meta’s prospects, citing robust digital ad spending and the company’s strategic investments in AI as key drivers of future growth. Catherine Baab, Quartz, 29 Apr. 2025 These are just the first of 13 new sites London Square has earmarked for its strategic realignment. Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 29 Apr. 2025 At the same time, Trump has secured over $1 trillion in foreign investments, which will return manufacturing and production jobs stateside, and secured billions in domestic investment for strategic industries like microchips. Mohammed Soliman, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for strategic
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Adjective
  • While the island’s role in the U.S.’s national and international security remains important, its vast mineral wealth – resources critical to modern industries where China holds near-monopoly power – has become a key driver of U.S. interest.
    Carlie Procell, USA Today, 2 May 2025
  • Instead of getting lost in the noise, ask yourself: Does this task align with my key goals?
    Erin Stafford, Forbes.com, 1 May 2025
Adjective
  • Line changes spark Oilers’ third-period charge The Oilers switched their top six during the second intermission heading into a crucial final period of regulation.
    Eric Stephens, New York Times, 28 Apr. 2025
  • As episode three picks up in the aftermath, this expansion of Dina’s role begins to quietly reshape the story, positioning the character as a crucial anchor for Ellie’s journey moving forward and hinting at more deviations to come.
    Zoe Papelis, Vulture, 28 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • Enough jaw-dropping critical injuries are sustained by characters in The Raid to overcrowd the Pitt.
    Andy Crump, Time, 26 Apr. 2025
  • The order, which Trump signed in private, seeks to jumpstart the mining of both U.S. and international waters as part of a push to offset China's sweeping control of the critical minerals industry.
    Ernest Scheyder and Jarrett Renshaw, USA Today, 26 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • February 2025 Queen of Swords: February’s energy is pushing you to set clear boundaries and make decisive moves, especially in your financial or professional life this month.
    Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 May 2025
  • Canada’s history is a beautiful one of decisive compromise and coalition building, those distinct if unglamorous liberal virtues.
    Adam Gopnik, New Yorker, 1 May 2025
Adjective
  • Nevertheless, supporters are calling the Texas law a major win for the school choice movement.
    Kayla Jimenez, USA Today, 4 May 2025
  • She is based in the CBS News London Bureau, and reports on major events across Europe and the Middle East.
    Elizabeth Palmer, CBS News, 3 May 2025
Adjective
  • Given the lack of standardized transparency across global skincare markets, in-house production serves a pivotal role.
    Xandra Harbet, USA Today, 26 Apr. 2025
  • The same videos played a pivotal role in the last trial, when a witness counted the drinks Read appeared to drink at both establishments.
    Flint McColgan, Boston Herald, 25 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • According to Huang, that means, taking the time to thoughtfully design and produce each piece, ensuring that every item is meaningful and serves a purpose for our customers.
    Cierra Black, Essence, 23 Apr. 2025
  • Sometimes, the most meaningful conversations don't even require a formal sit-down and begin with a simple question or two.
    Kara Nesvig, Parents, 23 Apr. 2025

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“Strategic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/strategic. Accessed 6 May. 2025.

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