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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
Whether negotiations can restrain Iran’s regional proxies or whether Tehran’s long-range missile capabilities are deemed too dangerous to confront — thus preserving the regime in the name of regional stability — remains the central question.
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Pegah Banihashemi, Chicago Tribune, 15 Feb. 2026
Released to celebrate the Chinese New Year of the Fire Horse, the video is not just a celebration, but a way to show off the robot’s impressive capabilities.
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 15 Feb. 2026
Advancements in technology had reduced their size, increased their broadcast capabilities and reduced the lag time in transmitting shots via RF signals to broadcast trucks.
—Andrew Greif, NBC news, 14 Feb. 2026
Despite those reassurances, Soltani summed up the capabilities of these technology companies -- and their potential ramifications -- bluntly.
—Mason Leib, ABC News, 14 Feb. 2026
Earlier this week, NATO launched an effort increasing its defense capabilities in the Arctic.
—Zach Lachance, The Washington Examiner, 14 Feb. 2026
FedEx also aims to build on its data and artificial intelligence capabilities to improve network planning and better predict global trade flows.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 13 Feb. 2026
In prior administrations, including during my time in the Obama administration, such leverage ran into statutory guardrails under the Taiwan Relations Act, which obligates the United States to provide Taiwan defensive capabilities.
—Dewardric L. McNeal, CNBC, 13 Feb. 2026
Takaichi has pledged to revise security and defense policies by December to bolster Japan's offensive military capabilities.
—Mari Yamaguchi, Arkansas Online, 9 Feb. 2026
Pegah Banihashemi, Chicago Tribune, 15 Feb. 2026
Released to celebrate the Chinese New Year of the Fire Horse, the video is not just a celebration, but a way to show off the robot’s impressive capabilities.
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 15 Feb. 2026
Advancements in technology had reduced their size, increased their broadcast capabilities and reduced the lag time in transmitting shots via RF signals to broadcast trucks.
—Andrew Greif, NBC news, 14 Feb. 2026
Despite those reassurances, Soltani summed up the capabilities of these technology companies -- and their potential ramifications -- bluntly.
—Mason Leib, ABC News, 14 Feb. 2026
Earlier this week, NATO launched an effort increasing its defense capabilities in the Arctic.
—Zach Lachance, The Washington Examiner, 14 Feb. 2026
FedEx also aims to build on its data and artificial intelligence capabilities to improve network planning and better predict global trade flows.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 13 Feb. 2026
In prior administrations, including during my time in the Obama administration, such leverage ran into statutory guardrails under the Taiwan Relations Act, which obligates the United States to provide Taiwan defensive capabilities.
—Dewardric L. McNeal, CNBC, 13 Feb. 2026
Takaichi has pledged to revise security and defense policies by December to bolster Japan's offensive military capabilities.
—Mari Yamaguchi, Arkansas Online, 9 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for capabilities
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Next to potatoes, plant nasturtium for its pretty flowers and trap crop abilities (and nasturtium flowers are edible).—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
20 Feb. 2026
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All Americans had opportunities to succeed or fail based on their abilities, willingness to work hard, and their vision.—
Gary Franks,
Hartford Courant,
20 Feb. 2026
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Mystic trust in the power of Mercury or whatever spans generations and intellectual capacities.—
Hillary Busis,
Vanity Fair,
13 Feb. 2026
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Effective responses to multiple civic crises in today’s America depend on analysis of how people develop capacities for work on public challenges.—
Harry Boyte,
Twin Cities,
8 Feb. 2026
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As a plant biologist, Kato knew that bioplastics could be made from plants and got curious about the possibilities.—
TRAVIS LOLLER,
Arkansas Online,
16 Feb. 2026
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Stairs to the second floor will lead to a loft area that is open to the great room below and offers numerous possibilities.—
James Alexander,
Hartford Courant,
15 Feb. 2026
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The leadership of film and cultural institutions has been handed to political appointees with no professional qualifications, whose primary function is to act as gatekeepers and censors.—
Scott Roxborough,
HollywoodReporter,
18 Feb. 2026
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The job qualifications are typically lean, spelling out a handful of core expectations.—
Preston Fore,
Fortune,
18 Feb. 2026
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Kudo agrees, adding matte and cat-eye finishes as chic potentials for reds and pinks, respectively.—
Calin Van Paris,
InStyle,
5 Feb. 2026
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Michael Levin, a researcher at Tufts University, has blocked cell channels to manipulate the membrane potentials of developing worm embryos, causing genetically identical worms to develop different body plans.—
Elise Cutts,
Quanta Magazine,
12 Jan. 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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Alex English remembers seeing a Canadian high school guard play at an event alongside other blue-chip prospects.—
Bennett Durando,
Denver Post,
15 Feb. 2026
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But with no Republican support and possible DFL holdouts, prospects of such bills passing remain uncertain.—
Alex Derosier,
Twin Cities,
15 Feb. 2026
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Thousands of nurses at local Kaiser Permanente facilities have been striking for more than three weeks, while more than 3,000 Kaiser pharmacy and lab employees concluded a three-day strike last week.—
City News Service,
Daily News,
17 Feb. 2026
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The Department of Homeland Security has said that the facilities meet federal detention standards and undergo regular audits and inspections.—
Zoe Sottile,
CNN Money,
16 Feb. 2026
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“Capabilities.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/capabilities. Accessed 21 Feb. 2026.
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