as in capabilities
the physical or mental power to do something
as a result of the accident the once-vigorous athlete lost the ability to walk
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Recent Examples of abilities
Rivers insisted Monday that there are different ways of convincing a team its record is not reflective of its abilities.
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Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 24 Dec. 2024
The Drive The CRV was an instant fun-fest with its fat gearshift stalk and quick around-town abilities.
—Josh Max, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Townsend’s departure had a double impact on the Knights, who missed his abilities as a receiver and as the team’s primary kick returner on special teams.
—Matt Murschel, Orlando Sentinel, 23 Dec. 2024
Cristobal said players are starting to realize that the bowl games give them a chance to showcase their abilities again and get scouted by pro organizations.
—Adam Lichtenstein, Sun Sentinel, 23 Dec. 2024
To that end, schools are increasingly offering programs in which young people can work on their problem solving, communication, collaboration, time management and leadership abilities.
—Liz Elting, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
There’s no arguing that to do a job correctly, employees need to hone hard skills—that is, specific technical abilities, which practically every job requires.
—Liz Elting, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Modern centers need varied abilities and, at times, more speed.
—Tony East, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
The most forward-thinking organizations are those that are seamlessly enhancing their human workers’ abilities with AI tools to provide delightful customer experiences and drive sustained business success.
—Todd Fisher, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 24 Dec. 2024
The Drive The CRV was an instant fun-fest with its fat gearshift stalk and quick around-town abilities.
—Josh Max, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Townsend’s departure had a double impact on the Knights, who missed his abilities as a receiver and as the team’s primary kick returner on special teams.
—Matt Murschel, Orlando Sentinel, 23 Dec. 2024
Cristobal said players are starting to realize that the bowl games give them a chance to showcase their abilities again and get scouted by pro organizations.
—Adam Lichtenstein, Sun Sentinel, 23 Dec. 2024
To that end, schools are increasingly offering programs in which young people can work on their problem solving, communication, collaboration, time management and leadership abilities.
—Liz Elting, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
There’s no arguing that to do a job correctly, employees need to hone hard skills—that is, specific technical abilities, which practically every job requires.
—Liz Elting, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Modern centers need varied abilities and, at times, more speed.
—Tony East, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
The most forward-thinking organizations are those that are seamlessly enhancing their human workers’ abilities with AI tools to provide delightful customer experiences and drive sustained business success.
—Todd Fisher, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for abilities
Noun
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Similarly, brands with in-house marketing capabilities can align production and promotion, lowering acquisition costs and increasing retention.—
Vincent Gregoire,
Forbes,
3 Jan. 2025
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Meanwhile, data observability is evolving to meet growing complexity, with trends pointing toward predictive and autonomous capabilities.—
Gaurav Aggarwal,
Forbes,
3 Jan. 2025
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Researchers have developed an advanced SSE with high ionic conductivity, enabling ultra-stable lithium metal batteries with exceptional cycling stability, high capacities, and fast charge-discharge rates.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
23 Dec. 2024
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Plus, the 470-milliliter dustbin and 350-milliliter water tank are large enough capacities that won’t require frequent emptying or refilling, making the entire cleaning process hands-free.—
Kaitlin Gates,
Better Homes & Gardens,
23 Dec. 2024
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Rather, let your achievements and skills be the standout feature of your resume, not the design.—
Sho Dewan,
Forbes,
28 Dec. 2024
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Often, the skills these artisans honed on other movies helped prepare them for the leap to directing.—
Carolyn Giardina,
Variety,
28 Dec. 2024
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Grace Evelyn Reese Adkins devoted her considerable energy and talents as a teacher, writer, composer and minister to promoting Christian beliefs espoused by the Restoration Movement, also known as the Stone-Campbell Movement.—
arkansasonline.com,
arkansasonline.com,
4 Jan. 2025
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In Washington, Ratcliffe discovered the full extent of his talents, which included a lawyerly facility for constructing political narratives that appealed to Republicans.—
Shane Harris,
The Atlantic,
3 Jan. 2025
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That his grandfather lost his faculties, and his delusions resulted in the death of his grandson.—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
9 Oct. 2024
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The University of Wisconsin System recently enacted a viewpoint neutrality policy, which Bean said hinders academic freedom for professors, department chairs and faculties.—
La Risa R. Lynch,
Journal Sentinel,
3 Oct. 2024
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High achievers tend to show higher scores on emotional regulation competencies than lower achievers.—
Dinorah Nieves,
Forbes,
26 Dec. 2024
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From primary computer usage to advanced technological competencies, these programs can confidently empower individuals to navigate the digital world.—
Sumeet Grover,
Forbes,
26 Dec. 2024
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“Abilities.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/abilities. Accessed 22 Jan. 2025.
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