Example Sentences

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A wealth boom is powering crucial parts of the metro area’s economy and has shrunk its population.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

Stocks rose, with the S&P 500 closing at a new record high, after third-quarter U.S. growth data showed the economy is powering along.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 26, 2025

Its own performance will likely partly depend on whether Microsoft and Meta convince the stock market that big spending on AI is powering returns.

From Barron's • Oct. 21, 2025

It’s unclear whether Full Self-Driving is powering the robotaxis in Austin, or whether it will be used in Musk’s promised Cybercab.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 19, 2025

The boat is powering up to speed, throwing its wake.

From "Native Speaker" by Chang-rae Lee