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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
Years ago, the Voyager science and engineering teams jointly agreed on the order in which instruments would be switched off, to conserve power while preserving the most scientifically valuable capabilities.
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Willem Marx, NPR, 19 Apr. 2026
The Virginia Democrat argued that a ceasefire extension could give Washington and Tehran time to negotiate on key issues, including Iran’s nuclear capabilities, while alleviating the energy market.
—Sophia Vento, The Hill, 19 Apr. 2026
By combining artificial intelligence, autonomous systems, and advanced electronic warfare capabilities, the company is helping shape the future of modern warfare—one where decisions are made faster, systems are more resilient, and missions are executed with minimal human intervention.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 19 Apr. 2026
The 2026 Sequoia is a 3 row hybrid SUV that serves as a powerful tech forward family vehicle, now featuring enhanced luxury, improved off road capabilities, and a standard 437 horsepower i-FORCE MAX twin turbo V6 hybrid powertrain across all trims.
—Tony Leopardo, Mercury News, 19 Apr. 2026
In contrast to free-to-use chatbots, tools such as the OpenClaw AI agent or video generation have increased locals' incentive to pay for AI capabilities.
—Evelyn Cheng, CNBC, 19 Apr. 2026
Under Lyons’ tenure, the agency received substantial congressional funding to dramatically expand arrests, hiring and detention capabilities.
—Tia Goldenberg, Los Angeles Times, 17 Apr. 2026
Fortunately, a range of major appliance companies and specialists sell wine fridges with various capacities, capabilities, and price points.
—Emily Saladino, Bon Appetit Magazine, 17 Apr. 2026
But there is also an acknowledgment that Tehran retains some capabilities, whether to strike back or defend itself.
—Arkansas Online, 12 Apr. 2026
Willem Marx, NPR, 19 Apr. 2026
The Virginia Democrat argued that a ceasefire extension could give Washington and Tehran time to negotiate on key issues, including Iran’s nuclear capabilities, while alleviating the energy market.
—Sophia Vento, The Hill, 19 Apr. 2026
By combining artificial intelligence, autonomous systems, and advanced electronic warfare capabilities, the company is helping shape the future of modern warfare—one where decisions are made faster, systems are more resilient, and missions are executed with minimal human intervention.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 19 Apr. 2026
The 2026 Sequoia is a 3 row hybrid SUV that serves as a powerful tech forward family vehicle, now featuring enhanced luxury, improved off road capabilities, and a standard 437 horsepower i-FORCE MAX twin turbo V6 hybrid powertrain across all trims.
—Tony Leopardo, Mercury News, 19 Apr. 2026
In contrast to free-to-use chatbots, tools such as the OpenClaw AI agent or video generation have increased locals' incentive to pay for AI capabilities.
—Evelyn Cheng, CNBC, 19 Apr. 2026
Under Lyons’ tenure, the agency received substantial congressional funding to dramatically expand arrests, hiring and detention capabilities.
—Tia Goldenberg, Los Angeles Times, 17 Apr. 2026
Fortunately, a range of major appliance companies and specialists sell wine fridges with various capacities, capabilities, and price points.
—Emily Saladino, Bon Appetit Magazine, 17 Apr. 2026
But there is also an acknowledgment that Tehran retains some capabilities, whether to strike back or defend itself.
—Arkansas Online, 12 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for capabilities
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That means runners of all abilities are welcome, their marathon is not timed, and everyone will get the chance to break the finish line tape.—
Courtney Cole,
CBS News,
18 Apr. 2026
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Their current, championship-contending rotation includes late second-round draft picks Aaron Wiggins and Isaiah Joe, each of whom proved their NBA abilities playing heavy minutes in mostly losing efforts.—
Lev Akabas,
Sportico.com,
17 Apr. 2026
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The authors live in El Cerrito and write in their personal capacities.—
James Porter,
Mercury News,
17 Apr. 2026
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Fortunately, a range of major appliance companies and specialists sell wine fridges with various capacities, capabilities, and price points.—
Emily Saladino,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
17 Apr. 2026
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Anyone who thinks the only alternative to being a victim is to be a victimizer is missing some important possibilities.—
Nikhil Krishnan,
New Yorker,
20 Apr. 2026
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Seevers hopes the concept will inspire house seekers with the range of possibilities that a minimal lifestyle offers.—
Amancai Biraben,
Oc Register,
18 Apr. 2026
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Warsh’s chances for confirmation in the near future appear to be near zero – and that has nothing to do with his qualifications or his answers to tough questions.—
David Goldman,
CNN Money,
21 Apr. 2026
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Gorka’s qualifications for the job also came under scrutiny.—
Hannah Allam,
ProPublica,
21 Apr. 2026
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All of the cumulative regions the wave passes through, with all of the growth and shrinkages that occur, imprint themselves onto the wave, as do the initial and final gravitational potentials.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
3 Apr. 2026
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Interestingly, the materials could achieve 100-million-volt potentials over mere centimeters rather than kilometers.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Mar. 2026
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Lucrative, fully remote data science jobs with robust salaries usually require technical proficiencies that are gauged in an interview.—
Amanda Gerut,
Fortune,
13 Jan. 2026
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Industry experience and demonstrated proficiencies are among the top factors considered by employers surveyed in NACE’s Job Outlook 2026.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
25 Dec. 2025
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There is something to be said for admitting that the prospects of disagreement are permanent and that wisdom consists not in tearing up the peace treaty but in renewing it.—
Nikhil Krishnan,
New Yorker,
20 Apr. 2026
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Following the promotions of Roman Anthony and Marcelo Mayer, the Red Sox don’t have any other big ticket position player prospects who are ready to make an impact at the MLB level.—
Mac Cerullo,
Boston Herald,
19 Apr. 2026
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This general view shows oil tanks and facilities at Yeosu National Industrial Complex, the largest petrochemical industrial complex in South Korea, in Yeosu on April 7, 2026.—
Lee Ying Shan,
CNBC,
21 Apr. 2026
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In reality, its attacks killed civilians and damaged airports, power facilities, and water supplies across the Gulf.—
Nawaf M. Al-Thani,
semafor.com,
20 Apr. 2026
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“Capabilities.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/capabilities. Accessed 25 Apr. 2026.
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