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as in abilities
a skill, an ability, or knowledge that makes a person able to do a particular job
the nature of the tasks to which you are assigned will depend on your capabilities
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as in capacities
the physical or mental power to do something
the natural capability some people seem to have for teaching
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as in possibilities
something that can develop or become actual
there are great capabilities in the property, either as a bed-and-breakfast or as a private home
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Recent Examples of capabilities
The 2026 Tesla Model Y base trim and 2027 Chevy Bolt deliver premium self-driving capabilities at prices that many car buyers can actually afford.
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Brooke Crothers, Forbes.com, 24 May 2026
These capabilities allow the system to integrate into wearable health monitors and human-machine interfaces without requiring a battery.
—Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 24 May 2026
Organizers said the air show that includes flying demonstrations and parachute jumps is a celebration of aviation history and a look at modern military capabilities.
—Rebecca Boone, Los Angeles Times, 17 May 2026
Another is to eliminate their military capabilities to attack their neighbors.
—CBS News, 17 May 2026
The United States has already demonstrated this with export controls on advanced chips, restricting which nations can develop certain AI capabilities.
—David Liberman, Fortune, 16 May 2026
The question is how to use them in ways that enhance rather than diminish your unique human capabilities.
—Lars Daniel, Forbes, 15 Mar. 2025
Google also announced that the tool will soon get new screen-sharing and live video capabilities as part of Gemini Live at this year's Mobile World Congress.
—Will McCurdy, PCMAG, 15 Mar. 2025
Age has naturally impacted his physical capabilities, but not his commitment.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 15 Mar. 2025
Brooke Crothers, Forbes.com, 24 May 2026
These capabilities allow the system to integrate into wearable health monitors and human-machine interfaces without requiring a battery.
—Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 24 May 2026
Organizers said the air show that includes flying demonstrations and parachute jumps is a celebration of aviation history and a look at modern military capabilities.
—Rebecca Boone, Los Angeles Times, 17 May 2026
Another is to eliminate their military capabilities to attack their neighbors.
—CBS News, 17 May 2026
The United States has already demonstrated this with export controls on advanced chips, restricting which nations can develop certain AI capabilities.
—David Liberman, Fortune, 16 May 2026
The question is how to use them in ways that enhance rather than diminish your unique human capabilities.
—Lars Daniel, Forbes, 15 Mar. 2025
Google also announced that the tool will soon get new screen-sharing and live video capabilities as part of Gemini Live at this year's Mobile World Congress.
—Will McCurdy, PCMAG, 15 Mar. 2025
Age has naturally impacted his physical capabilities, but not his commitment.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 15 Mar. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for capabilities
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The event will combine both physical and mental drills designed to test overall fitness, endurance, and problem-solving abilities under pressure.—
Rena Rowe,
The Washington Examiner,
22 May 2026
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With stories focused on surviving rowdy family, moments of loneliness, struggles with faith, and navigating our deepest human relationships, Johnson’s abilities as a pensive storyteller are conducted masterfully.—
Tribune News Service,
Baltimore Sun,
22 May 2026
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Each of those three have worked with luxury brands in various capacities.—
Sara Germano,
Sportico.com,
24 May 2026
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Instead, the aim would be to take measures to assess where AI is low on mental health capacities and shore it up overall.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2026
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For hobbyists, educators and first-time laser cutter users, this opens up new possibilities for experimentation and creativity without the steep learning curve typically associated with the space.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
24 May 2026
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If s similar material could be replicated using zein, then the resulting biopolymer could open up interesting possibilities to replace plastic.—
Christopher McFadden,
Interesting Engineering,
23 May 2026
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Flaherty’s qualifications were far less clear.—
Nicole Blanchard,
Idaho Statesman,
20 May 2026
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Companies have rolled back programs that support women and underrepresented employees while insisting that hiring and promotions should be based solely on performance and qualifications.—
Kim Elsesser,
Forbes.com,
19 May 2026
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Fortunately, by Gemini season, your world gets a little brighter — new ideas, travel plans or opportunities open doors to new potentials.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
1 May 2026
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Your mind may drift toward education or travel potentials during the Virgo moon.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
27 Apr. 2026
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My history suggests very successful proficiencies in this model.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
7 May 2026
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Lastly, players can also pick up more powerful weapons that grow stronger as their proficiencies increase.—
Gieson Cacho,
Mercury News,
30 Apr. 2026
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Nonetheless, some banks remain bullish on the two firms’ prospects, with Nomura estimating SK Hynix stock to hit 4 million won and Samsung Electronics to reach 590,000 won over the next 12 months.—
Joseph Wilkins,
CNBC,
25 May 2026
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What that means for the Rays’ Tampa stadium prospects is not clear, but Orlando already finds itself being used to prod the process along.—
Ryan Gillespie,
The Orlando Sentinel,
24 May 2026
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Aside from a ballroom, there’s little in the way of extra bells-and-whistles facilities—there’s no pool or spa, for example.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
19 May 2026
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The remaining inventories are needed to maintain minimum operating levels in pipelines and storage facilities to keep supply chains functioning.—
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CNBC,
18 May 2026
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“Capabilities.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/capabilities. Accessed 25 May. 2026.
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