power
noun
ability to do or act; capability of doing or accomplishing something.
have powered
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present perfectof power.present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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That led to a focus on, among other things, treatments for cystic fibrosis—which have powered much of Vertex’s growth.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 27, 2026
"It is a signal that government backs the people and places that have powered this country for generations," the letter added.
From BBC ● Jul. 18, 2026
Tech stocks took another big hit Tuesday as investors sold off shares of companies that have powered the artificial intelligence boom.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 23, 2026
The chip and tech stocks that have powered the market to record highs in recent weeks were mixed Wednesday.
From Barron's ● May 27, 2026
I had so much anger turned inward, I could have powered a warp core.
From "Darius the Great Is Not Okay" by Adib Khorram
