leverage
Example Sentences
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Black male employment fell sharply and remained depressed for at least 10 years, and cities that experienced severe unrest lost population, capital and political leverage.
Despite it, the company is going to grow organic revenue this year by nearly 20%, with operating leverage.
From Barron's
The Norwegian Nobel Institute is considered one of Norway’s most effective soft-power tools to leverage international events and foster relationships, but is not an official part of Norway’s government.
From Salon
“Concerns around circular AI deals, leverage and delayed returns on investment remain front of mind for investors,” she writes.
“Given the substantial borrowing and leverage required to complete the transaction, our board sees significant uncertainty in Diana’s proposal or any similar proposal,” Genco said Tuesday.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.