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willpower

[wil-poh-er] / ˈwɪlˌpoʊ ər /


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Karen struggles with phone addiction, noting a psychologist’s advice on habits over willpower.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 12, 2026

It’s much easier to stock a supportive fridge, prep a few flexible building blocks and make healthy food genuinely delicious than it is to rely solely on willpower.

From Salon • Mar. 9, 2026

"We must fight to be truly free, and that can only be achieved through willpower."

From Barron's • Jan. 28, 2026

Keeping pre-cut fruit within reach in the refrigerator or placing sweets out of sight can support long-term goals without requiring constant willpower.

From Science Daily • Jan. 5, 2026

He paused, and it took all my willpower not to look away from those searing eyes.

From "Made You Up" by Francesca Zappia




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