wattage

Example Sentences

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Not surprisingly, Stoltz’s interest—and especially those wild wattage numbers—has piqued the curiosity of cycling bosses.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 16, 2026

Roberts won a lead actress Oscar in 2001 for playing a crusading real-life legal clerk in “Erin Brockovich,” a role that perfectly combined her acting strengths and star wattage.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 16, 2025

They simply need to produce as big a wattage as possible when the boat needs it.

From BBC • Sep. 2, 2024

Jurors got a glimpse at the high-rolling social life Trump enjoyed before becoming president, full of celebrity wattage and bold-faced names.

From Seattle Times • May 10, 2024

It takes three more attempts, but I manage to open my eyes and keep them open, even if the bedroom light feels like it has the same wattage as the sun.

From "Every Day" by David Levithan