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as in power
the ability to exert effort for the accomplishment of a task
the murdered man's wife didn't have the emotional strength to face reporters
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as in stability
the ability to withstand force or stress without being distorted, dislodged, or damaged
this cheap shelving unit doesn't have the strength to hold all those books
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Recent Examples of strength
Anthony began his rugby career as strength and conditioning coach for New Zealand clubs Canterbury and Crusaders.
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Andy Naylor, New York Times, 12 Jan. 2026
Low-strength, rinse-off products are often considered low risk, but just to be cautious, many doctors suggest skipping leave-on BHA treatments.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 12 Jan. 2026
Justice Brett Kavanaugh questioned Clement on the companies’ reasoning, specifically regarding the strength of their arguments that the state court system wasn’t sufficiently fair to them.
—Jack Birle, The Washington Examiner, 12 Jan. 2026
McCarthy demonstrated escapability, arm strength, passion and an ability to make plays in the biggest moments.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 12 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for strength
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The experience also reinforced Madsen’s belief in the power of social media.—
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Mophie's power bank has the functionality of a wireless MagSafe connection, with the convenience of a stand.—
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Unlike bipedal humanoids, the Onero H1 uses a wheeled base paired with articulated arms, prioritizing stability and dexterity over walking.—
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The new agreement says that Ukraine’s sovereignty and its ability to defend itself are non-negotiable elements of any peace deal and warned that its self-defense is essential to its own security and wider Euro-Atlantic stability.—
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When the weather turns chilly, plants naturally enter a state of dormancy and draw energy down from their leaves and stems into their roots, which helps plants survive the cold without damage.—
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Rheinmetall’s new technology is key for the energy transition in the field of hydrogen production.—
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The tree also has fire-resistant and hypo-allergenic branches, as well as a metal base for extra sturdiness.—
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The ultimate addition to an apartment or condo, the bed frame’s noise-free, space-saving design receives a 10 out of 10 score for sturdiness from commerce market editor Kate McGregor.—
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Rarely, salmonella can result in more serious ailments, including arterial infections, endocarditis, arthritis, muscle pain, eye irritation, and urinary tract symptoms.—
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The outcome measures were muscle size, measured with ultrasound, and muscle strength, measured as one-rep max for leg press and barbell biceps curl.—
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The goal is to validate performance, safety, and reliability in real-world driving conditions ahead of commercial launch.—
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The company prides itself on its low prices, reliability, convenience, and superior customer service, according to its website.—
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“Strength.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/strength. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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