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of great importance especially to the future or outcome of something
This is a strategic goal that could make or break the company.
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Recent Examples of strategic
Three Layers of Change Transformation occurs across three pace layers: the operational (where actions and decisions arise), the strategic (where structures and goals are established), and the existential (where purpose, identity, and values are rooted).
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Jeroen Tas, Time, 10 July 2025
But the two countries have deepened their strategic partnership during the war.
—Shane Croucher, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 July 2025
In some cases, this stability opens new doors for strategic gifting, business succession, and long-term legacy planning.
—Jehan Crump‑gibson, Essence, 10 July 2025
In his new role, Jo will develop new strategic initiatives for Webtoon Productions and Webtoon Entertainment’s global IP ecosystem.
—Borys Kit, HollywoodReporter, 10 July 2025
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Jeroen Tas, Time, 10 July 2025
But the two countries have deepened their strategic partnership during the war.
—Shane Croucher, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 July 2025
In some cases, this stability opens new doors for strategic gifting, business succession, and long-term legacy planning.
—Jehan Crump‑gibson, Essence, 10 July 2025
In his new role, Jo will develop new strategic initiatives for Webtoon Productions and Webtoon Entertainment’s global IP ecosystem.
—Borys Kit, HollywoodReporter, 10 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for strategic
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This includes key personnel, transition plans, and operational procedures.—
Lien De Pau,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2025
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Based on recent social media activity, one key member of the roster seems to be getting along with the team's major offseason addition.—
Kevin McCormick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 June 2025
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Both aspects are a crucial part of the Superman story.—
True Tamplin,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
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In a crucial leadership change last September, Starbucks appointed Molly Liu, former chief of Starbucks China's digital division, to head its business in the country.—
Anniek Bao,
CNBC,
9 July 2025
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This figure has already surpassed the 1,274 cases recorded during the peak year of 2019, marking a critical public health milestone reached just halfway through 2025.—
Adeola Adeosun,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 July 2025
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States loan the money to cities and towns at low interest rates, enabling communities to spread out the cost of critical government services people take for granted, such as replacing leaky street mains, maintaining treatment plants and rehabbing water towers.—
Michael Hawthorne,
Chicago Tribune,
6 July 2025
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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 July 2025
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The decisive sequence started off with Martínez bearing down on Freese, his teammate at New York City FC, throwing him off with a wink before placing a cool kick as Freese dove the wrong way.—
Jeff Rueter,
New York Times,
30 June 2025
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Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance — which has vaccinated more than half the world's children in many of the world's lowest-income countries — was hosting a major event to solicit donations for its global vaccination efforts.—
Gabrielle Emanuel,
NPR,
1 July 2025
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In Europe, the Stoxx 600 is up 6.7%, and in Asia, most major markets are in positive territory, with Hong Kong and South Korea posting a whopping 20% gain year to date.—
Lim Hui Jie,
CNBC,
1 July 2025
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Understanding the gravity of a red flag warning and adhering to these precautions is pivotal in reducing the risk of wildfires during these hazardous conditions.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
3 July 2025
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Jota also notably became the first player in Wolves club history to score back-to-back European hat-tricks and was pivotal in their Europa League run.—
Emma Burleigh,
Fortune,
3 July 2025
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Instead of prioritizing keyword optimization, strategists should focus on delivering value and addressing user needs in a complete and meaningful way.—
Kevin Dam,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2025
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Meghan Markle officially launched the first alcoholic offering of her lifestyle brand, As Ever, debuting its 2023 Napa Valley Rosé on Tuesday — a meaningful date for both her and Prince Harry.—
Renan Botelho,
Footwear News,
1 July 2025
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“Strategic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/strategic. Accessed 13 Jul. 2025.
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