as in abilities
the physical or mental power to do something
she's proved that she has the competency to run a major company
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Recent Examples of competencies
During the event, students are tested on real-world HVAC competencies, including system diagnostics, electrical components, safety practices, and installation standards.
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Dan Raby, CBS News, 24 Feb. 2026
Let’s talk about our innovation competencies.
—Jasmin Malik Chua, Sourcing Journal, 13 Feb. 2026
Sourisse said Thales is not only marketing its solutions but also planning to localize activities and competencies.
—Lim Hui Jie, CNBC, 7 Feb. 2026
Earlier in the week, Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella discussed an emerging type of knowledge work, with new competencies based on how AI was reshaping hierarchies and the way information flows through society.
—Tristan Bove, Fortune, 23 Jan. 2026
Employees with these technical and strategic competencies are better positioned to navigate turnover and thrive in organizations that reward impact and execution speed over tenure or traditional hierarchy.
—Kara Dennison, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026
Building on this approach, Toth plans to guide the firm’s growth by strengthening existing competencies, deepening client and investor engagement, and adding professionals with sector-specific expertise.
—Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 16 Dec. 2025
McKinsey estimates that demand for social and emotional skills will rise by up to 25% this decade, and Deloitte finds that 92% of executives now rank empathy and collaboration as critical leadership competencies.
—Big Think, 18 Nov. 2025
That both would be forced to resign makes one wonder where the BBC can go next but retreat into its absolute core competencies.
—Christian Blauvelt, IndieWire, 10 Nov. 2025
Dan Raby, CBS News, 24 Feb. 2026
Let’s talk about our innovation competencies.
—Jasmin Malik Chua, Sourcing Journal, 13 Feb. 2026
Sourisse said Thales is not only marketing its solutions but also planning to localize activities and competencies.
—Lim Hui Jie, CNBC, 7 Feb. 2026
Earlier in the week, Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella discussed an emerging type of knowledge work, with new competencies based on how AI was reshaping hierarchies and the way information flows through society.
—Tristan Bove, Fortune, 23 Jan. 2026
Employees with these technical and strategic competencies are better positioned to navigate turnover and thrive in organizations that reward impact and execution speed over tenure or traditional hierarchy.
—Kara Dennison, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026
Building on this approach, Toth plans to guide the firm’s growth by strengthening existing competencies, deepening client and investor engagement, and adding professionals with sector-specific expertise.
—Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 16 Dec. 2025
McKinsey estimates that demand for social and emotional skills will rise by up to 25% this decade, and Deloitte finds that 92% of executives now rank empathy and collaboration as critical leadership competencies.
—Big Think, 18 Nov. 2025
That both would be forced to resign makes one wonder where the BBC can go next but retreat into its absolute core competencies.
—Christian Blauvelt, IndieWire, 10 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for competencies
Noun
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Classes are accessible to all levels and abilities.—
Ramona Sentinel,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 Feb. 2026
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But some early missteps by Weiss have raised eyebrows and left CBS News staffers wondering about her managerial abilities.—
Brian Stelter,
CNN Money,
27 Feb. 2026
Noun
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As the nation bonded as one over the past two weeks biting nails, screaming at wins, wincing at crashes and choking up at all the beautiful moments of Olympic competition, another group of athletes were – and still are – out honing their multi-level championship skills.—
Moira McCarthy,
Boston Herald,
25 Feb. 2026
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Schaefer is a highly intelligent defenseman with legit offensive skills who creates chances with great pace.—
Corey Pronman,
New York Times,
24 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Cincinnati Bengals star receiver Ja’Marr Chase, Los Angeles Rams star receiver Puka Nacua and rapper Gunna will join the OT7 league in varying capacities.—
Ishmael Johnson,
Dallas Morning News,
19 Feb. 2026
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While the city manager handles day-to-day administrative operations, the mayor plays a central role in setting policy direction and representing the city in official capacities.—
Walker Armstrong,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 Feb. 2026
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“Competencies.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/competencies. Accessed 1 Mar. 2026.
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