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Recent Examples of giftedness
Gifted-education scholars point out that there is no standard definition of giftedness.
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Jessica Winter, New Yorker, 13 Feb. 2026
Some children show unusually strong curiosity, advanced reasoning, or a deep emotional awareness that sets them apart—but recognizing true giftedness can be difficult.
—Lucy Notarantonio, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 Nov. 2025
Jessica Winter, New Yorker, 13 Feb. 2026
Some children show unusually strong curiosity, advanced reasoning, or a deep emotional awareness that sets them apart—but recognizing true giftedness can be difficult.
—Lucy Notarantonio, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for giftedness
Noun
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Some programs have built their identity on hard coaching or amassing the most talent possible, and while Campbell isn’t soft on his players, he’s opted to create a culture of joy that’s led to TCU signing Van Lith and Miles.—
Steven Johnson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
29 Mar. 2026
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But fans online have panned the card for lacking top talent such as former two-division champion Jon Jones, who requested his release from the UFC immediately after being excluded from the White House show.—
Will Weissert,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Mar. 2026
Noun
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In a fashion design class, that resourcefulness became a skill set.—
J.M. Banks
March 16,
Kansas City Star,
16 Mar. 2026
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Freedman, his longtime associate, has previously lauded his resourcefulness.—
Winston Cho,
HollywoodReporter,
13 Mar. 2026
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“Giftedness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/giftedness. Accessed 1 Apr. 2026.
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