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of great importance especially to the future or outcome of something
This is a strategic goal that could make or break the company.
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Recent Examples of strategic
That is why investing in these roles is not a peripheral HR initiative or a one-off training session, but a strategic imperative.
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Big Think, 29 Apr. 2026
And even if the jury comes out against OpenAI, a judge is unlikely to shut down a company that has massive economic impact and is of strategic national interest.
—Reed Albergotti, semafor.com, 29 Apr. 2026
Manager Dave Roberts emphasized the need for strategic compromises with his two-way star to keep him fresh and healthy for the entire season.
—Maddie Lee, Los Angeles Times, 29 Apr. 2026
The research is designed to help CEOs understand the current and expected pace at which agentic systems are being deployed—and the strategic decisions that pace forces on them.
—Jeffrey Sonnenfeld, Fortune, 29 Apr. 2026
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Big Think, 29 Apr. 2026
And even if the jury comes out against OpenAI, a judge is unlikely to shut down a company that has massive economic impact and is of strategic national interest.
—Reed Albergotti, semafor.com, 29 Apr. 2026
Manager Dave Roberts emphasized the need for strategic compromises with his two-way star to keep him fresh and healthy for the entire season.
—Maddie Lee, Los Angeles Times, 29 Apr. 2026
The research is designed to help CEOs understand the current and expected pace at which agentic systems are being deployed—and the strategic decisions that pace forces on them.
—Jeffrey Sonnenfeld, Fortune, 29 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for strategic
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Ryan Vilade and Jonathan Aranda provided the key hits, Steven Matz worked seven strong innings, and Ian Seymour and Bryan Baker teamed up for the final six outs.—
Marc Topkin,
The Orlando Sentinel,
28 Apr. 2026
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The twins, who are both committed to Elgin Community College, have been key regulars in the lineup this season for the Storm (13-5, 6-0).—
Paul Johnson,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Apr. 2026
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The information provided is crucial in identifying whether the state meets federal requirements for various forms of disaster assistance.—
Mateo Rosiles,
USA Today,
30 Apr. 2026
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Jackie Vece, head of the residents’ association and chief organizer of their campaign, said capping rent increases is crucial.—
Don Stacom,
Hartford Courant,
30 Apr. 2026
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Dozens of nations push for reopening of strait Dozens of nations repeated calls to open the critical waterway in a joint statement led by Bahrain.—
Samy Magdy,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Apr. 2026
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Those increases are being driven in part by global supply concerns, including ongoing tensions involving Iran and uncertainty surrounding the Strait of Hormuz, a critical route for oil shipments.—
Sergio Candido,
CBS News,
27 Apr. 2026
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Zehavi doubted the proliferation of FPV drones would have a truly decisive impact on the war overall, comparing it to previous technological improvements Hezbollah has adopted.—
Brady Knox,
The Washington Examiner,
30 Apr. 2026
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Only four have even pushed it to the decisive Game 7.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Apr. 2026
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Jayson Tatum also suffered an apparent calf injury, which is a major concern for a player just under a year removed from an Achilles injury.—
Dan Santaromita,
New York Times,
1 May 2026
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In dozens of markets, including San Diego and Sacramento, Nexstar would own multiple major TV network affiliates.—
Meg James,
Los Angeles Times,
1 May 2026
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The seven tracks on their first LP together are largely instrumental and instinctive, building a pivotal series of Miami recording sessions into a fresco of outsider rock, ambient, and avant-garde arrangement.—
Jazz Monroe,
Pitchfork,
1 May 2026
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McDonald didn’t bother hiding his happiness as KU’s defense stopped a pivotal fourth down late in the second quarter.—
Shreyas Laddha,
Kansas City Star,
1 May 2026
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General Daily Insight for April 26, 2026 Connection feels easier than usual, and something meaningful can take shape.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
26 Apr. 2026
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Connection feels easier than usual, and something meaningful can take shape.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
26 Apr. 2026
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“Strategic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/strategic. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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