in strength

idiom

: in great numbers
The enemies attacked in strength.

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On the downside, the report indicated, the 2020-21 sauger year-classes were average to weak in strength, and the 2022-23 year-classes are predicted to be weak. Brad Dokken, Twin Cities, 14 Dec. 2024 An offseason spent recovering led to gains in strength and durability. Cody Stavenhagen, The Athletic, 7 July 2024 Hurricane Kristy strengthened into a Category 4 storm Wednesday and fluctuations in strength are expected throughout the day Thursday, the National Hurricane Center said Thursday morning. Gabe Hauari, USA TODAY, 24 Oct. 2024 Suddenly, with the yen rising in strength, many investors were forced to exit their positions, including through potential margin calls and liquidations. Leo Schwartz, Fortune, 6 Aug. 2024 See all Example Sentences for in strength 

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“In strength.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20strength. Accessed 2 Jan. 2025.

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