as in power
the ability to exert effort for the accomplishment of a task
right now the President doesn't have the political firepower to push his programs through Congress
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Recent Examples of firepower
Getting Lemon, who can stay primarily in the slot, would give the Rams even more offensive firepower.
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Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 21 Apr. 2026
For example, four aircraft could deploy up to 48 missiles in a single mission, matching the firepower of dedicated strike formations.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 21 Apr. 2026
There’s no shortage of horological firepower in the booths at Watches & Wonders, the world’s largest horological tradeshow that happens annually in Geneva.
—Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 21 Apr. 2026
Who the Aggies lost/gained through transfer portal UCD lost some firepower through the portal with Pinnick heading to Washington State and 2025 leading rusher Carter Vargas bolting for the Bay Area to play for Cal.
—Joe Davidson, Sacbee.com, 20 Apr. 2026
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Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 21 Apr. 2026
For example, four aircraft could deploy up to 48 missiles in a single mission, matching the firepower of dedicated strike formations.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 21 Apr. 2026
There’s no shortage of horological firepower in the booths at Watches & Wonders, the world’s largest horological tradeshow that happens annually in Geneva.
—Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 21 Apr. 2026
Who the Aggies lost/gained through transfer portal UCD lost some firepower through the portal with Pinnick heading to Washington State and 2025 leading rusher Carter Vargas bolting for the Bay Area to play for Cal.
—Joe Davidson, Sacbee.com, 20 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for firepower
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The Stars’ 71 power-play goals ranked first in the NHL in 2025-26, and Johnston’s 27 were the second-most in a single season since the 2004-05 lockout.—
Michael Russo,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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They're driven very much by power, domination, control.—
Brie Stimson,
FOXNews.com,
26 Apr. 2026
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While the Sky are looking to rebound from a 10-34 season, the Dream went 30-14 last season and Reese’s growing offensive game, along with her strength on the boards, only adds to their championship hopes.—
Kalen Lumpkins,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Apr. 2026
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And without Wagner, the Magic were missing too much of that collective strength.—
Mike Bianchi,
The Orlando Sentinel,
30 Apr. 2026
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Just being able to be available every single day and also just bring energy and be a good clubhouse guy.—
Meghan Montemurro,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Apr. 2026
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The ambiance and energy were incredible.—
Tony Jones,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2026
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Speed and maneuverability reshape strike capability Hypersonic missiles travel at speeds above Mach 5, or above 3,800 miles per hour.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
27 Apr. 2026
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Pair that capability with predictive pricing software, and a store can change what you're charged in real-time based on whatever the algorithm decides at that moment.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
27 Apr. 2026
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The physicality ramped up early in the second period when the B’s fourth line flexed their muscle and cracked Lyon.—
Steve Conroy,
Boston Herald,
24 Apr. 2026
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The AeroPilates Reformer helps tone muscles, improve flexibility and boost cardio health with customizable intensity for full-body workouts.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
24 Apr. 2026
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Saudi Arabia’s East-West Petroline pipeline is operating near its 7 million-barrel-per-day capacity, with expansion plans under review.—
Emma Bussey,
FOXNews.com,
27 Apr. 2026
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Leland Dudek is former acting commissioner of Social Security, writing in his personal capacity.—
Leland Dudek,
Hartford Courant,
27 Apr. 2026
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“Firepower.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/firepower. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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