real power
definitions
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The actual ability to control people, make decisions, or influence events, as opposed to mere appearance or formal title.en: The actual ability to control people, make decisions, or influence events, as opposed to mere appearance or formal title.
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Great physical force, energy, or the intense capacity of a substance or force to produce an effect.en: Great physical force, energy, or the intense capacity of a substance or force to produce an effect.
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The underlying or essential influence that drives a process or situation.en: The underlying or essential influence that drives a process or situation.
examples
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The CEO holds the real power in the company, not the board members.
The CEO holds the real power in the company, not the board members.
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The storm showed its real power when it destroyed the old pier.
The storm showed its real power when it destroyed the old pier.
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Knowledge is the real power that changes the world.
Knowledge is the real power that changes the world.