as in power
the ability to exert effort for the accomplishment of a task
that architectural firm probably doesn't have the creative horsepower to produce a truly innovative design
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Recent Examples of horsepower
Toyota’s tried-and-true Hybrid Synergy Drive at 245 horsepower (180 kW) in total output.
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New Atlas, 19 Apr. 2026
Hyundai's 2025 Ioniq 6 produces 149 horsepower and has 240 miles of standard range.
—Charles Singh, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026
But this loss of horsepower and expertise has come at the cost of her own effectiveness in the role—if, that is, effectiveness is really the goal to begin with.
—Quinta Jurecic, The Atlantic, 13 Apr. 2026
The engine is an 850cc four-stroke gasser making 54 horsepower at 5,750 rpm.
—Caleb Jacobs, The Drive, 8 Apr. 2026
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New Atlas, 19 Apr. 2026
Hyundai's 2025 Ioniq 6 produces 149 horsepower and has 240 miles of standard range.
—Charles Singh, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026
But this loss of horsepower and expertise has come at the cost of her own effectiveness in the role—if, that is, effectiveness is really the goal to begin with.
—Quinta Jurecic, The Atlantic, 13 Apr. 2026
The engine is an 850cc four-stroke gasser making 54 horsepower at 5,750 rpm.
—Caleb Jacobs, The Drive, 8 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for horsepower
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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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Renewable energy Iggo is also keen on renewable energy, citing a recovery in stocks this year, driven by the massive demand for electricity coming from the AI trade, as well as the conflict in the Middle East.—
Michael Considine,
CNBC,
2 May 2026
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As the Moon in Scorpio trines Jupiter from your 2nd House of Resources, confidence builds around what’s actually worth your time, energy, and attention.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
2 May 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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The medication can help strengthen the floor-of-mouth muscles, keeping the dog’s airway more open.—
Taneia Surles,
USA Today,
1 May 2026
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For persistent symptoms, more advanced therapies are also available, including Botox injections into the bladder muscle and neuromodulation, which targets the nerves that control bladder function.—
Lauryn Higgins,
Flow Space,
1 May 2026
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“Horsepower.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/horsepower. Accessed 3 May. 2026.
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