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Which U.S. President expressed that lack of "physical development and prowess" weakens America?

prowess

[prau-is] / ˈpraʊ ɪs /




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While most part-time traders lack these pros’ computational prowess or technological advantages, the market’s growth will continue to draw other sophisticated players.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 3, 2026

Don’t address any comments about your financial prowess.

From MarketWatch ● Sep. 28, 2026

Most are punters, kicking specialists tapped up after showing their prowess playing AFL or rugby league.

From BBC ● Sep. 9, 2026

Investors have a lot of confidence in Nvidia’s technological prowess but might have less in its financial engineering.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 25, 2026

It was a place of respect, if not high honor,- the Dothraki esteemed the knight's prowess with a sword.

From "A Game of Thrones" by George R.R. Martin




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