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manpower

[man-pou-er] / ˈmænˌpaʊ ər /
NOUN
laborers
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Even before becoming defence chief, Fedorov spent much of the war promoting advanced technology, like drones, as a way to offset Ukraine's shortages in manpower, money and ammunition.

From Barron's Jul. 16, 2026

Seven federal agencies — including the Department of Homeland Security and the Federal Aviation Administration — committed significant resources and manpower.

From Salon Jun. 15, 2026

Nigel Gould-Davies, of the International Institute of Strategic Studies, says with Russia "facing growing industrial and manpower constraints, it must soon decide whether to forcibly mobilise its economy and society".

From BBC May 26, 2026

Intelligence and military officials gave presentations about the economic, energy, military and manpower elements of the war of attrition.

From The Wall Street Journal May 18, 2026

His corps of generals and provincial governors was filled with ambitious men with access to manpower and vast amounts of cash.

From "Circumference" by Nicholas Nicastro




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