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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
Kolja’s leadership and strategic vision have been pivotal in driving growth and transformation in North America.
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David Moin, Footwear News, 22 May 2025
The United States has a long-term interest in defeating these efforts and ensuring that Israel maintains its qualitative military and strategic edge, which includes its economic security.
—Alma Hernandez, Boston Herald, 22 May 2025
Many are viewed as amateurs or lucky anomalies rather than skilled, strategic professionals.
—Ian Shepherd, Forbes.com, 11 May 2025
The best thing to do is to use your famous practicality to be methodical and strategic and find solutions.
—Kyle Thomas, People.com, 11 May 2025
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David Moin, Footwear News, 22 May 2025
The United States has a long-term interest in defeating these efforts and ensuring that Israel maintains its qualitative military and strategic edge, which includes its economic security.
—Alma Hernandez, Boston Herald, 22 May 2025
Many are viewed as amateurs or lucky anomalies rather than skilled, strategic professionals.
—Ian Shepherd, Forbes.com, 11 May 2025
The best thing to do is to use your famous practicality to be methodical and strategic and find solutions.
—Kyle Thomas, People.com, 11 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for strategic
Adjective
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The company has developed over 30 AI agents designed to automate key logistics tasks throughout the freight lifecycle.—
Gene Marks,
Forbes.com,
25 May 2025
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The impending launch, which SpaceX officially announced on Friday, May 23 a day after getting key regulatory approval, could be visible halfway around the world as the 400-foot vehicle soars on a suborbital trajectory.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA Today,
25 May 2025
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As such, supplemental Federal assistance is crucial.—
Neal Earley,
Arkansas Online,
23 May 2025
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Importantly, a dog’s wants and needs do not always align with what their owners expect, and this is a crucial point in regards to animal welfare.—
Laura Baisas,
Popular Science,
22 May 2025
Adjective
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But at locations now facing critical shortages, staffing overnight shifts on a routine basis is no longer possible.—
Emily Mae Czachor,
CBS News,
31 May 2025
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Beijing is the primary trading partner for many, but is also feared as a regional bully, in part due to its increasingly aggressive claims on natural resources such as critical fisheries.—
Tara Copp,
Los Angeles Times,
31 May 2025
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Rookies Willie MacIver and Logan Davidson drove in three of the A’s five runs, with Davidson scoring the tying run during a decisive eighth inning rally before MacIver’s RBI-single scored the go-ahead run.—
Chris Biderman,
Sacbee.com,
26 May 2025
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What sets a good doctor apart is judgment — the ability to navigate uncertainty, synthesize complex data and make decisive, accurate choices.—
Eric Snoey,
Twin Cities,
25 May 2025
Adjective
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Catch Up On The Story Chelsea can become the first club to win all four major UEFA trophies – but who else could complete the set?—
Simon Johnson,
New York Times,
28 May 2025
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Tuesday is the last day the House can hear most major Senate bills, a critical deadline for legislation.—
Eleanor Dearman,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
27 May 2025
Adjective
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Competing for the pivotal center position are Carter Miller and Cameron Kinnie, both vying to distinguish themselves and seize this critical spot in the lineup.—
Matt Murschel,
The Orlando Sentinel,
31 May 2025
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Chiuri, who joined Dior in 2016 after her tenure at Valentino, has played a pivotal role in reshaping the French fashion house’s identity and product direction.—
Essence,
Essence,
30 May 2025
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One of the most meaningful aspects of that work has been choosing to stand beside leaders whose missions extend the reach of my own practice.—
Sonia Singh,
Rolling Stone,
29 May 2025
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Working with Halsey, who also lives with Ehlers-Danlos, was particularly meaningful.—
Mike Wass,
Variety,
29 May 2025
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“Strategic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/strategic. Accessed 3 Jun. 2025.
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