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leverage

🇬🇧 UK/'levәridʒ/🇺🇸 US
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Definitions

n.

Power or influence gained through a lever; any advantage used to achieve a goal; use of borrowed funds to increase investment returns

杠杆作用;影响力;借力

v.

To use something to maximum advantage; to exploit a resource or situation

充分利用,借助…的力量

🧩 Root Breakdown

Root-derived
levlight, lift, raise
+
erone who does, agent
+
ageaction, state, collection
=leverage

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The company used its market position as leverage to negotiate better supplier contracts.

  • 2.

    Social media influencers leverage their popularity to promote brands and products effectively.

  • 3.

    Financial leverage can amplify profits but also increases investment risks significantly.

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