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as in rich
having an abundance of some characteristic quality (as flavor)
a potent tea that is the perfect morning pick-me-up
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as in powerful
having great power or influence
a potent argument for expanding our program of space exploration
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as in efficient
producing or capable of producing a desired result
potent medicine that can be obtained through a doctor's prescription
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Recent Examples of potent
Cleanse Gently There are times for cleaners packed with potent acids; a drought isn’t one of them.
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Taylore Glynn, Vogue, 27 Nov. 2024
At only 18 years old, the artist born Dylan Zambrano can easily navigate from a potent freestyle to an enchanting chanteo — all backed by his smooth, deep vocals.
—Leila Cobo, Billboard, 27 Nov. 2024
The study team expected to find the remnants of a potent alcoholic beverage given the container’s small size, which was 1.7 inches (4.5 centimeters) in height and could hold 4.2 fluid ounces (125 milliliters).
—Ashley Strickland, CNN, 26 Nov. 2024
This lightweight day cream is designed to provide all-day hydration for every skin type, infusing the complexion with potent antioxidants.
—Celia Shatzman, Forbes, 26 Nov. 2024
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That’s when people, mostly rich ones, call The Gifterie, a bespoke gifting concierge that helps clients choose the perfect gift for the most affluent, famous, and picky people in the world.Alex Abad-Santos, Vox, 18 Nov. 2024
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For a country three times the size of Texas, rich with culture, art and nature, the figure is a perfect encapsulation of the problem with overtourism: people descending on one or two main points while dozens of splendid places remain largely under the radar.Bloomberg, The Mercury News, 12 Nov. 2024
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Now, in the era of the high-performance blender—kitchen appliances with motors powerful enough to move a small boat—a blender can do a whole lot more than just blend.Megan Wahn, Bon Appétit, 29 Nov. 2024
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This is the web version of MPW Daily, a daily newsletter for and about the world’s most powerful women.Nina Ajemian, Fortune, 29 Nov. 2024
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Sweeter tomatoes may one day offer more efficient produce options for manufacturers.Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 14 Nov. 2024
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Surprisingly, two of the three rats chose to take the less efficient path of turning away from the reward and running to the car to drive to their Froot Loop destination.Kelly Lambert, Discover Magazine, 14 Nov. 2024
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This results in a charge imbalance that builds up an electric field strong enough to trigger flashes of lightning.National Geographic, National Geographic, 13 Jan. 2023
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According to research from Everytown for Gun Safety, a nonprofit that advocates for gun control, strong gun control laws are correlated with fewer gun deaths.Elliot Hughes, Journal Sentinel, 13 Jan. 2023
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An academic by training, Bettencourt Meyers has been an influential figure in French business despite keeping a low profile.Prarthana Prakash, Fortune Europe, 28 Nov. 2024
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The more closely the simulation mirrors a potential crisis for your organization, the more influential the training.Barri Rafferty, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
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While air purifiers are effective, combining them with other strategies can enhance odor elimination.Tribune Content Agency, The Mercury News, 15 Nov. 2024
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The company maintains a tax holiday for a subsidiary in the APAC region, which contributed to a lower effective tax rate of 13.7% for the year.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 15 Nov. 2024
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However, these metrics lack standard methodologies and robust measurement practices.Elena Bou, Forbes, 28 Nov. 2024
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However, business investment lagged, with declines in housing and nonresidential buildings offsetting robust spending on equipment.Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 28 Nov. 2024
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The effects could be significant, especially considering how obesity puts people at a higher risk of heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and some cancers.Maggie O'Neill, Health, 30 Nov. 2024
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Potential Dangers of Having a US Government AI Czar: Conflict of Interest: With Musk's significant influence and ownership of X, there are concerns about potential favoritism towards certain companies.Sol Rashidi, Forbes, 29 Nov. 2024
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“Potent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/potent. Accessed 2 Dec. 2024.
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