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power

[pou-er] / ˈpaʊ ər /




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Her department has the power to withhold federal money from schools that violate civil rights.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 25, 2026

He stepped down as prime minister in 2023 and handed power to his eldest son, Hun Manet.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

Hun Sen, who ruled Cambodia for nearly four decades, stepped down as prime minister in 2023 and handed power to his eldest son, Hun Manet.

From Barron's • May 25, 2026

It sounds like your friend’s sister is a trustee or holds power of attorney for their mother.

From MarketWatch • May 25, 2026

“Because she did everything in her power to keep you out of grave danger,” said Ollie.

From "The Way to Rio Luna" by Zoraida Cordova




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