Definition of Power
Power
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Definition/Meaning
(noun)
Ability or capacity to do something or to make things happen.

e.g. The company's new policy gives more power to the employees.

(noun)
the authority or control to do something;

e.g. The president of the company has administrative powers to do things that even the vice president can't do.

(noun)
physical strength or force;

e.g. I don't have the power to go on another hike tomorrow.

(noun)
the supply of energy and electricity to a building or structure;

e.g. Because of the storm, we had a power outage that lasted the entire night.

(verb)
to move or travel with great strength or speed;

e.g. She had to power through another 5 hours of her hospital shift.



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Quotes
  • "A clear vision, backed by definite plans, gives you a tremendous feeling of confidence and personal power." -- Brian Tracy

  • "A river cuts through rock, not because of its power, but because of its persistence." -- Jim Watkins

  • "Every day is a new opportunity to change your life. You have the power to say 'This is not how my story ends'." -- Karen Salmansohn



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