as in ability
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 competency
Hinton's lawyers have yet to file a motion seeking to evaluate his competency for trial, which is a separate issue.
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Quinlan Bentley, The Enquirer, 26 July 2025
The only reason former President Joe Biden’s competency is in the news today is because the current mean-spirited administration wants to carry out retribution against those who actually served our nation.
—Chicago Tribune, 18 July 2025
Ludwig's family had hoped for such a ruling during a multi-day hearing in June to determine his competency.
—Evan Mealins, The Tennessean, 16 July 2025
But Padden rebutted that in her statement, noting that Galligan underwent two mental competency evaluations — one by the state Office of Civil and Forensic Mental Health in 2024 and another by an independent psychiatrist in June.
—Lauren Penington, Denver Post, 24 July 2025
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Quinlan Bentley, The Enquirer, 26 July 2025
The only reason former President Joe Biden’s competency is in the news today is because the current mean-spirited administration wants to carry out retribution against those who actually served our nation.
—Chicago Tribune, 18 July 2025
Ludwig's family had hoped for such a ruling during a multi-day hearing in June to determine his competency.
—Evan Mealins, The Tennessean, 16 July 2025
But Padden rebutted that in her statement, noting that Galligan underwent two mental competency evaluations — one by the state Office of Civil and Forensic Mental Health in 2024 and another by an independent psychiatrist in June.
—Lauren Penington, Denver Post, 24 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for competency
Noun
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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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The rocket's inability to make it through an entire suborbital test flight has pushed back future program milestones, such as the challenging tasks of recovering and reusing the rocket's upper stage, and demonstrating the ability to refuel another rocket in orbit.—
Stephen Clark,
ArsTechnica,
15 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Each hall is made from a different material and has a different capacity (measured in barrels of mead: 1000, 2000, 3000, 4000, 5000).—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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The group is not involved in the tribute album in any capacity.—
Jake Kanter,
Deadline,
5 Aug. 2025
Noun
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My prediction here is that labs will become increasingly sophisticated and autonomous, accelerating R&D and empowering nations with limited resources to build their own biotech capabilities.—
Check Warner MBE,
Forbes.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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The agreement, the biggest of its kind in the countries’ history, involves the sale of 11 stealth frigates able to launch long-range missiles, significantly expanding Australia’s maritime defense capabilities.—
Liz Hoffman,
semafor.com,
7 Aug. 2025
Noun
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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
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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
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“Competency.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/competency. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
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