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as in muscular
having muscles capable of exerting great physical force
I need some strong people to help me move furniture
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as in powerful
having great power or influence
a time when the country needs a strong leader
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as in sturdy
able to withstand hardship, strain, or exposure
the doctor soon declared her strong enough to go home from the hospital
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as in spicy
having a powerfully stimulating odor or flavor
the garlic in the sauce is almost too strong that's mighty strong perfume you're wearing
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as in rich
having an abundance of some characteristic quality (as flavor)
strong coffee
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as in ripe
having an unpleasant smell
the dog's strong breath nearly bowled me over
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as in compelling
having the power to persuade
made a strong argument for starting school an hour later each day
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as in stable
marked by the ability to withstand stress without structural damage or distortion
buildings strong enough to withstand an earthquake
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as in solid
not showing weakness or uncertainty
a strong belief in the value of hard work
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Recent Examples of strong
Much of the Front Range is under a red flag warning as record heat, strong winds and low humidity create high fire danger.
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Christa Swanson, CBS News, 24 Feb. 2026
These retirees brought with them strong community involvement, volunteering in schools, hospitals, and charitable organizations.
—Jason Touvi, Sun Sentinel, 24 Feb. 2026
By all accounts, all three are going strong.
—ABC News, 24 Feb. 2026
And their words make the souls of their readers stronger, brighter, deeper.
—Sayantani Dasgupta
february 24, Literary Hub, 24 Feb. 2026
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Christa Swanson, CBS News, 24 Feb. 2026
These retirees brought with them strong community involvement, volunteering in schools, hospitals, and charitable organizations.
—Jason Touvi, Sun Sentinel, 24 Feb. 2026
By all accounts, all three are going strong.
—ABC News, 24 Feb. 2026
And their words make the souls of their readers stronger, brighter, deeper.
—Sayantani Dasgupta
february 24, Literary Hub, 24 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for strong
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Their findings showed collagen supplement use can be beneficial for certain aspects of skin, bone and muscular health.—
Sara Moniuszko,
USA Today,
27 Feb. 2026
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Researchers presumed that certain genes were more active in this part of the heart, and that this activity explained the formation of the muscular network of trabeculae.—
Clare Watson,
Quanta Magazine,
27 Feb. 2026
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The military remains Pakistan’s most powerful institution, having solidified its dominance throughout the country’s history with coups and constitutional amendments.—
Sophia Saifi,
CNN Money,
27 Feb. 2026
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But should the polls in the late spring still resemble those from mid-winter, powerful Democrats may pressure some of the candidates who have struggled to raise money or secure much support in the polls to drop out.—
David Mark,
The Washington Examiner,
27 Feb. 2026
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Be sure to cover your head and neck with your arms, and crawl under a sturdy table if possible.—
CA Earthquake Bot,
Sacbee.com,
27 Feb. 2026
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This modern floor lamp boasts a sturdy, angled base and a wide drum shade, ready to cast light around your entire space.—
Kate McGregor,
Architectural Digest,
27 Feb. 2026
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Queso fresco, a mild and milky cheese, balances spicy food exceptionally well.—
Gretchen McKay,
Twin Cities,
25 Feb. 2026
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The cream cheese makes these spicy sausage balls fluffy.—
Jenna Sims,
Southern Living,
24 Feb. 2026
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Mounted on decadent floral walls of rich textures, The Dean boasts Dublin’s largest collection of distinctive Irish art, showcasing more than 40 local talents, including Eoin Holland, Mark Francis, Richard Gorman, Patrick Scott, and Samuel Walsh.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 Mar. 2026
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His repression and economic mismanagement mean Iran is in desperate and self-evident need of change, his people yearning to be freer and richer.—
Nick Paton Walsh,
CNN Money,
1 Mar. 2026
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Although Silicon Valley is fresh off hosting the Super Bowl, the area could be ripe for opportunity as the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament and FIFA World Cup are still coming to the area this year.—
Devan Patel,
Mercury News,
25 Feb. 2026
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Many practitioners recommend eating them ripe, seasonal, and even between main meals.—
Mélanie Defouilloy,
Vogue,
24 Feb. 2026
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During periods of volatility and uncertainty, sticking to your long-term plan and tuning out the noise can also prove to be a compelling strategy, analysts said.—
John Towfighi,
CNN Money,
27 Feb. 2026
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Needham’s Tom Nikic believes that On will remain a compelling growth story in 2026 as brand awareness continues to grow globally.—
Vicki M. Young,
Footwear News,
27 Feb. 2026
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Modular design enables multiple launch platforms HAVOC features a modular architecture that allows integration with various solid rocket motor boosters.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
25 Feb. 2026
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With the next round of debuts and sophomore shows, their houses need solid creative foundations to further recover from the luxury slowdown.—
Lucy Maguire,
Vogue,
24 Feb. 2026
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“Strong.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/strong. Accessed 2 Mar. 2026.
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