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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
The former defense minister is in the country for annual strategic security consultations.
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Reuters, NBC News, 14 Nov. 2024
This phishing technique is particularly dangerous because of its strategic design:
• No Malicious Links or Attachments: Many phishing attempts are detected by email filters looking for suspicious links or attachments.
—Lars Daniel, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
The two companies first agreed to strategic cooperation in 2020.
—Evelyn Cheng, CNBC, 5 Nov. 2024
The redistricting was seen as a strategic move by Republicans to strengthen their hold on the state's congressional seats.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
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Reuters, NBC News, 14 Nov. 2024
This phishing technique is particularly dangerous because of its strategic design:
• No Malicious Links or Attachments: Many phishing attempts are detected by email filters looking for suspicious links or attachments.
—Lars Daniel, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
The two companies first agreed to strategic cooperation in 2020.
—Evelyn Cheng, CNBC, 5 Nov. 2024
The redistricting was seen as a strategic move by Republicans to strengthen their hold on the state's congressional seats.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for strategic
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Mendoza alleged that last year, Vince Wells, a key proponent of Measure L, told her that his organization would be running someone against her in this election.Hema Sivanandam, The Mercury News, 7 Nov. 2024
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For Trump and Republicans, efforts to galvanize key groups of voters proved fruitful.Elizabeth Robinson, NBC News, 7 Nov. 2024
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Sleep Aid – Getting adequate rest is crucial for recovery.Tribune Content Agency, The Mercury News, 15 Nov. 2024
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The coordination is crucial since the NRAO operates the Green Bank Observatory in West Virginia, which is home to the world’s largest fully steerable radio telescope.Michael Kan, PCMAG, 12 Nov. 2024
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Asian Americans in particular have emerged as a critical part of the electorate, now making up about a quarter of the district’s population as its largest minority group.Kimmy Yam, NBC News, 13 Nov. 2024
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Trump would go on to win the critical swing states of Michigan and Pennsylvania in his landslide victory.Tribune News Service, The Mercury News, 12 Nov. 2024
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The value of assets tied to Donald Trump — and those likely to benefit under his administration — surged in the wake of his decisive electoral victory on Tuesday.Rob Wile, NBC News, 6 Nov. 2024
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Both parties are preparing to challenge ballots, especially if mail-in or absentee votes are decisive in swing states, raising the possibility of prolonged court fights.Mike Allen, Axios, 5 Nov. 2024
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On Tuesday, a number of major players will release their results before the opening bell, including Home Depot (HD), the leading home improvement retailer, and AstraZeneca (AZN), the multinational pharmaceutical company.Vinamrata Chaturvedi, Quartz, 10 Nov. 2024
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Winter weather shut down highways and other major roadways across the state starting Wednesday and continued to stifle traffic Thursday and Friday.Max Levy, The Denver Post, 9 Nov. 2024
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The congressional district that includes sections of Adams, Larimer and Weld counties could play a pivotal role in the partisan battle over control of the House of Representatives, where Republicans seek to hold onto a narrow majority.John Aguilar, The Denver Post, 10 Nov. 2024
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This is a very important point for Lila, because the emancipation of women plays a pivotal role in Elena Ferrante’s books.Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 7 Nov. 2024
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But a second Trump administration could also harness the country’s brilliant and sometimes brutal motion in productive ways, taking meaningful steps to make the United States more secure in a perilous world.Kori Schake, Foreign Affairs, 8 Nov. 2024
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In addition to this meaningful tie collection, William also brought a little piece of home with him on his four-day trip to South Africa.Monique Jessen, People.com, 5 Nov. 2024
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“Strategic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/strategic. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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