force to be reckoned with
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If his thesis pans out, Oracle may grow into a competitive force to be reckoned with, but this doesn’t cancel out the fact that Oracle is on far shakier ground than its competitors.
From Barron's • Dec. 3, 2025
There was a lengthy interview with the subject herself, replete with quotes meant to amplify her image as an iconoclast and a force to be reckoned with.
From Salon • Oct. 6, 2025
During his rookie season, Rams edge rusher Jared Verse established himself as one of the NFL’s most boisterous players — and also a force to be reckoned with ala former Rams star Aaron Donald.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2025
"She was a kind, gentle and thoughtful force to be reckoned with, who knew what the women's game deserved."
From BBC • May 18, 2025
In my opinion, that was just further proof that Sami Saedi was a force to be reckoned with.
From "Americanized" by Sara Saedi
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