This week's word is
"power"
You might wonder why I chose such a simple and commonly known word. The reason is that I had to use it in a completely different context and was wondering how many non-native English speakers know about this other context and meaning.
Meaning: 1. control, strength, authority; 2. used in a mathematical context: 10² = ten to the power of two
Examples:
1. It wasn't long before the new king's power was questioned.
2. Ten to the power of two equals one hundred.
Language ... the bridge of communication, the magic creator of worlds, the brush and paint of authors. Language is magic. It gives us power. It is something you just have to love.
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