1
as in resources
available money
had the wherewithal to pay cash for the car
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2
as in wealth
the total of one's money and property
people with the wherewithal to be able to afford such a lavish lifestyle
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Recent Examples of wherewithal
China has the wherewithal to help on both counts—selling advanced weapons to Russia and reducing purchases of Iranian oil—though Xi has steadfastly refused to exert that leverage.
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Charlie Campbell, Time, 20 May 2026
The question, Huss said, is whether more than a few mid-majors have the financial wherewithal to compete for those spots.
—Eric Olson, Chicago Tribune, 8 May 2026
After all, Skydance Media’s $8 billion merger with Paramount last summer triggered the provision that gives the NFL the wherewithal to opt out of its legacy pact with CBS.
—Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 1 May 2026
Athena, who stayed calm during her abduction and had the wherewithal to question her abductor, fought back when Horner was attacking her, prosecutors said, according to theStar-Telegramand NBC DFW.
—Christina Coulter, PEOPLE, 27 Apr. 2026
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Charlie Campbell, Time, 20 May 2026
The question, Huss said, is whether more than a few mid-majors have the financial wherewithal to compete for those spots.
—Eric Olson, Chicago Tribune, 8 May 2026
After all, Skydance Media’s $8 billion merger with Paramount last summer triggered the provision that gives the NFL the wherewithal to opt out of its legacy pact with CBS.
—Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 1 May 2026
Athena, who stayed calm during her abduction and had the wherewithal to question her abductor, fought back when Horner was attacking her, prosecutors said, according to theStar-Telegramand NBC DFW.
—Christina Coulter, PEOPLE, 27 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for wherewithal
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The center’s resources—all free—include more than a million books and periodicals, with 400 terminals and 75 staff members available to help dig through them.—
Arati Menon,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 June 2026
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Together, a collaborative effort can create meaningful operational changes, including improved staffing, hospital-wide throughput initiatives, earlier discharge planning, expanded post-acute care resources, and greater accountability from leadership.—
Letters to the Editor,
Hartford Courant,
6 June 2026
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In an era shaped by social media, widening inequality, and constant exposure to other people’s relationships, wealth, and success, jealousy has become one of the defining but least honestly discussed emotions of adulthood.—
Meehika Barua,
Time,
29 May 2026
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By employing his knowledge of advanced technology to achieve his goal of crafting a spaceship to transport life-giving water back to his dry planet, Newton creates enormous wealth for his insane aqua-ark idea.—
Jeff Spry,
Space.com,
29 May 2026
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Getting warships into the water is hard enough without wasting funds on vessels unlikely ever to sail.—
Editorial,
Boston Herald,
30 May 2026
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Wildfire resiliency advocates are warning that the loss of these funds will leave the state vulnerable to devastation, and are calling on California’s next governor to take that threat seriously.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
30 May 2026
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Once the ball starts rolling, the stadium’s altitude — 7,216 feet above sea level — will be one of the biggest assets for the Mexican lineup led by coach Javier Aguirre.—
Eduard Cauich,
Los Angeles Times,
11 June 2026
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Still, wage garnishment rules differ by jurisdiction, and creditors often must meet specific legal requirements before attempting to collect from marital assets or income.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
11 June 2026
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With a drawstring waist and pockets, these lightweight, linen-blend pants look comfy and cute.—
Claire West,
PEOPLE,
7 June 2026
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On the trip, Weston had been carrying a book about butterflies in his back pocket.—
Rebekah Riess,
CNN Money,
6 June 2026
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Its proximity to the fascinating capital of Kunming is also appealing for travelers who don’t intend to go to Tibet and never plan on leaving the city.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 June 2026
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The missiles had been launched toward the Azraq area in the Zarqa governorate, which sits around 65 miles east of the country’s capital, Amman, the Jordanian armed forces said in a statement.—
Sarah Dean,
NBC news,
12 June 2026
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The general sales tax increase puts money into the county’s general fund for five years and sunsets in October 2031.—
Steve Scauzillo,
Daily News,
9 June 2026
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That money will be used to add an additional $250 to the accounts of the first 25 million children who are 10 years old and under who live in zip codes where the median income is less than $150,000.—
Ella McCarthy,
Arkansas Online,
8 June 2026
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He was indicted on three counts -- destruction of property by means of fire, arson affecting property used in interstate commerce and timber set afire.—
Meredith Deliso,
ABC News,
8 June 2026
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Adding a healthy twist to the magical premise, powers in Dragon Striker are meant to be employed for athletic means.—
Allison McClain Merrill,
Parents,
8 June 2026
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“Wherewithal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wherewithal. Accessed 13 Jun. 2026.
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