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Power means the ability to act or have influence over others. (noun)

  1. An example of power is the strength needed to run five miles.
  2. An example of power is the authority a local government has to collect taxes.

Power means to supply with energy or force. (verb)

An example of power is to start up an engine.

Power means operating electrically or having strength or force. (adjective)

  1. An example of power is the functioning of a gasoline-driven saw or tool.
  2. An example of power is a big game move.

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