skill set

noun

: a set of skills

especially : a collection of skills and abilities that can be applied to a professional or creative endeavor

She chooses to pursue a position in public relations—"journalism's evil twin"—reasoning that it will require much the same "skill set" that a published writer has. —

Alexandra Jacobs

Cauchetier's skill set—he was both a high-wire documentarian and, in effect, a director of fictions—uniquely qualified him to share in the multifarious spirit of the New Wave. —

Richard Brody

Examples of skill set in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The 23-year-old is versatile and confident his skill set will mesh perfectly with the Hornets. —

Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 12 July 2024 Hunter told the Orlando Sentinel that his skill set didn’t meet the qualities required to steer CFCArts through its current financial situation. —

Matthew J. Palm, Orlando Sentinel, 11 July 2024 Ninety-one players of varying skill sets will be participating in the three-day tournament. —

Chris Biderman, Sacramento Bee, 10 July 2024 This makes creating a community where people of similar skill sets can help each other to succeed much more difficult; rivalries don’t typically facilitate camaraderie and friendship. —

Molly Peck, USA TODAY, 8 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for skill set

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