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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
Emily’s proved to be a smart strategic player who nonetheless got eliminated before the finale, which should help tamp down her threat level.
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Joe Reid, Vulture, 25 Feb. 2026
Goldman Sachs, drawing on its own poll of 600 corporate and financial sponsor clients, found that 57% believe scale and strategic growth will be the primary driver of deal decisions this year.
—Anniek Bao, CNBC, 25 Feb. 2026
Rounding out the small employer category, The Brooks Group is known for blending strategic consulting with an engaging workplace culture.
—Allison Palmer, Charlotte Observer, 25 Feb. 2026
Analysts say the reshuffle has been particularly evident in strategic areas such as the security apparatus, state industries and key legal institutions, where leadership changes appear aimed at recalibrating loyalties and reducing the influence of figures tied to Maduro’s inner circle.
—Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 25 Feb. 2026
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Joe Reid, Vulture, 25 Feb. 2026
Goldman Sachs, drawing on its own poll of 600 corporate and financial sponsor clients, found that 57% believe scale and strategic growth will be the primary driver of deal decisions this year.
—Anniek Bao, CNBC, 25 Feb. 2026
Rounding out the small employer category, The Brooks Group is known for blending strategic consulting with an engaging workplace culture.
—Allison Palmer, Charlotte Observer, 25 Feb. 2026
Analysts say the reshuffle has been particularly evident in strategic areas such as the security apparatus, state industries and key legal institutions, where leadership changes appear aimed at recalibrating loyalties and reducing the influence of figures tied to Maduro’s inner circle.
—Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 25 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for strategic
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There are also other key caveats to consider, such as a strong dependence on cloud microphysics (given cloud seeding only works on existing clouds), problems with attribution and potential geopolitical and legal issues regarding downwind impacts, Francis said.—
Sam Meredith,
CNBC,
24 Feb. 2026
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The reactor is located about 300 yards, or roughly 900 feet, from the Columbia River, making environmental protection a key priority.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
24 Feb. 2026
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Often dwarfed by architecture, their distinctive bodies in space are more important than the sparse dialogue that only serves to fill in crucial gaps in storytelling.—
Katie Walsh,
Boston Herald,
26 Feb. 2026
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Availability will be just as crucial, of course, and Weathers’ spring debut is merely the beginning of a grueling marathon.—
Gary Phillips,
New York Daily News,
26 Feb. 2026
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Though leadership frequently reverts to spreadsheets and manual processes during critical situations, this ultimately reveals the lack of true operational visibility.—
William Jones,
Miami Herald,
24 Feb. 2026
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Jones will be a critical figure in improving USC’s interior and developing Stewart.—
Ryan Kartje,
Los Angeles Times,
24 Feb. 2026
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Zelenskyy has pushed for a summit with Russia's President Vladimir Putin, saying a face-to-face meeting could be decisive in unlocking an agreement, but the Kremlin has rebuffed that proposal beyond inviting the Ukrainian president to Moscow, which Zelenskyy refused.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
27 Feb. 2026
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Winter Park’s scoring and rebounding leader, 6-2 senior Will Ryan, made the decisive free throw in the final seconds.—
Buddy Collings,
The Orlando Sentinel,
26 Feb. 2026
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While industry prizes are known for offering emerging labels a path to scale, Gassanoff’s mission is not to grow the next major luxury house, with hundreds of stores.—
Lucy Maguire,
Vogue,
27 Feb. 2026
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The exchange was the first major sign of progress in attempts by the United States and Jordan to broker a political settlement between the two sides.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
27 Feb. 2026
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That matched the consensus forecast but kept the pivotal inflation measure well above the Fed’s 2% target.—
Jeff Cox,
CNBC,
20 Feb. 2026
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After Clark stepped down on Tuesday because an internal investigation unearthed an inappropriate relationship with a staff member, the union announced on Wednesday that Meyer will take over on an interim basis entering a pivotal year for the future of the sport.—
Andy McCullough,
New York Times,
19 Feb. 2026
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Eco effort While sustainability isn’t the headline here, the hotel has taken meaningful steps behind the scenes.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 Feb. 2026
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In fact, learning to tolerate discomfort is the only pathway to building a meaningful, successful and joyful life.—
Patricia Steckler,
Baltimore Sun,
21 Feb. 2026
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“Strategic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/strategic. Accessed 28 Feb. 2026.
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