as in power
the ability to exert effort for the accomplishment of a task
that architectural firm probably doesn't have the creative horsepower to produce a truly innovative design
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Recent Examples of horsepower
Aside from the total output of 650 horsepower and 792 lb-ft of torque – both suitably vast, even for an equally large car that weighs over 6,500 pounds – the new flagship Spectre has a couple of dynamic tricks up its sleeve.
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Alistair Charlton, Forbes.com, 13 May 2025
Toyota appears to address many concerns of the first-generation EV with the 2026 model year updates, including a 25% increase in EV range, up to 50% improvement in horsepower and fast-charging capabilities.
—Michael Wayland, CNBC, 13 May 2025
The Jaguar has a dual overhead camshaft (DOHC) engine producing 265 horsepower and a four-speed manual transmission.
—James Raia, Mercury News, 11 May 2025
That is perhaps a concession to the M2 Racing’s entry-level aspirations, but the M2 Racing also only weighs 3,300 pounds, so its power-to-weight ratio is not all that different from a regular M2 and its six-cylinder, 473 horsepower engine.
—Erik Shilling, Robb Report, 28 Apr. 2025
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Alistair Charlton, Forbes.com, 13 May 2025
Toyota appears to address many concerns of the first-generation EV with the 2026 model year updates, including a 25% increase in EV range, up to 50% improvement in horsepower and fast-charging capabilities.
—Michael Wayland, CNBC, 13 May 2025
The Jaguar has a dual overhead camshaft (DOHC) engine producing 265 horsepower and a four-speed manual transmission.
—James Raia, Mercury News, 11 May 2025
That is perhaps a concession to the M2 Racing’s entry-level aspirations, but the M2 Racing also only weighs 3,300 pounds, so its power-to-weight ratio is not all that different from a regular M2 and its six-cylinder, 473 horsepower engine.
—Erik Shilling, Robb Report, 28 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for horsepower
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While others chase fleeting trends or seek instant results, those who understand and leverage the power of patience may be able to secure more consistent, sustainable and rewarding investments.—
Rodolfo Delgado,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2025
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Sandman With the power to control and transform into sand, Sandman (his real name is Flint Marko) is a tough opponent for Spidey and his friends.—
Sarah Scott,
Parents,
30 May 2025
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The Sacramento Bee reached out to energy experts to find out the answer: Does setting my thermostat to 78 degrees actually save me money?—
Angela Rodriguez,
Sacbee.com,
30 May 2025
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High-level autonomy is responsible for scheduling and prioritizing tasks within a limited energy budget.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
30 May 2025
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Harnessing a diversity of strengths, skills and knowledge lies at the heart of effective change management.—
Kelly Leonard,
Forbes.com,
4 June 2025
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Lorna Mae isn’t the source of Tyson’s strength, though, but his vulnerability.—
Mark Kriegel
June 4,
Literary Hub,
4 June 2025
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Aerobic exercise to boost your cardiovascular fitness is important, Dr. Rosser says, but so is strength training to maintain (or increase) muscle and bone mass after age 40.—
Amy Norton,
SELF,
27 May 2025
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Magnesium is an essential mineral in many body processes, including blood pressure control, muscle and nerve function, energy production, and blood sugar regulation.—
Ashley Wong,
Health,
27 May 2025
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“Horsepower.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/horsepower. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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