all-powerful
Americanadjective
adjective
Etymology
Origin of all-powerful
First recorded in 1685–95
Example Sentences
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Modern-day California has never had that kind of all-powerful political machine.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026
It's an all-powerful office - the supreme leader is head of state and commander-in-chief of the armed forces, including the elite Revolutionary Guards.
From BBC • Feb. 28, 2026
Known as one of the game's great strokemakers, Martyn became a key figure in Steve Waugh's all-powerful Australian side, hitting 13 centuries and averaging 46.37.
From Barron's • Jan. 2, 2026
Its republican institutions, humanist constitution and all-powerful president have much in common with America’s.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 12, 2025
She just had to throw herself at the mercy of an all-powerful being and plead for her family.
From "Fablehaven" by Brandon Mull
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