as in ability
the physical or mental power to do something
questioned his competence to finish the task without help
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Recent Examples of competence
The first wave proved technical competence could overcome cultural barriers during initial globalization.
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Gabriel Snyder, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 July 2025
In a system where patients now expect not just quality care but digital competence, trust hinges on a provider’s ability to ensure data availability and integrity, even under duress.
—Jim McGann, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2025
Her success in managing every aspect of development independently, from content creation to user acquisition, demonstrates both technical competence and entrepreneurial strength.
—Sixteen Ramos, USA Today, 31 July 2025
That its throwback sensibility mostly comes off as classic rather than hoary is a testament to the competence of the seasoned cast and crew, as well as to Morgan’s confident lead turn.
—Angie Han, HollywoodReporter, 31 July 2025
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Gabriel Snyder, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 July 2025
In a system where patients now expect not just quality care but digital competence, trust hinges on a provider’s ability to ensure data availability and integrity, even under duress.
—Jim McGann, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2025
Her success in managing every aspect of development independently, from content creation to user acquisition, demonstrates both technical competence and entrepreneurial strength.
—Sixteen Ramos, USA Today, 31 July 2025
That its throwback sensibility mostly comes off as classic rather than hoary is a testament to the competence of the seasoned cast and crew, as well as to Morgan’s confident lead turn.
—Angie Han, HollywoodReporter, 31 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for competence
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At right-back, there is still no established first-choice, but Matheus Nunes is quicker and has more ability to join the attack than Rico Lewis, which was the direction the team were moving in towards the end of last season.—
James McNicholas,
New York Times,
15 Aug. 2025
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Your ability to affect the world and be happy is not determined by an arbitrary system that is not set up for your benefit.—
Mary Frances Ruskell,
CNN Money,
15 Aug. 2025
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That demand is quickly outpacing capacity in states like Virginia, where larger and more clustered data centers strain local grids and transmission lines.—
Sarah Henry,
The Courier-Journal,
18 Aug. 2025
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The Birth Squad program focuses their support toward Black and Latinx communities and are working to expand capacity to serve more families, build partnerships, and lay the foundation for statewide implementation.—
Aisha Nyandoro,
Forbes.com,
18 Aug. 2025
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The Awol Vision projector also boasts a high contrast ratio, weighs a bit less than many 4K projectors, and has built-in 3D capability.—
Clint Davis,
People.com,
23 Aug. 2025
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Digital capability is increasingly recognized as a key differentiator for Walmart.—
Sheryl Estrada,
Fortune,
22 Aug. 2025
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Defense attorney Stephen Sargent raised concerns during the hearing about Brothers' mental competency and a doctor's evaluation was ordered.—
Chris Ramirez,
jsonline.com,
18 Aug. 2025
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In my experience, there are three essential competencies to succeed in these areas: communication, emotional intelligence and ethical decision-making.—
Dr. Nara Ringrose,
Forbes.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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“Competence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/competence. Accessed 27 Aug. 2025.
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