1
as in intellect
the ability to learn and understand or to deal with problems
high scores on this test supposedly demonstrate great intelligence
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2
as in information
a report of recent events or facts not previously known
usually received the latest intelligence about how the war was going
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as in wit
exceptional discernment and judgment especially in practical matters
as head of the customer service department, he has handled complaints and disputes with unfailing intelligence and good humor
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Recent Examples of intelligence
Trump has cut off material aid to Ukraine, yet Washington continues to provide critical intelligence and to sell weapons to European allies, who then pass them to Kyiv.
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Comfort Ero, Time, 9 Jan. 2026
Speaking about the shooting, Ceisler, a former military intelligence officer who previously worked at the Pentagon, criticized ICE's role in street-level enforcement.
—Eva Andersen, CBS News, 8 Jan. 2026
Sheinbaum credited a new law enforcement strategy that focuses on intelligence gathering and improving coordination across the various agencies that work on public security.
—Kate Linthicum, Los Angeles Times, 8 Jan. 2026
Conversations will evolve and ideas will spread a lot faster as adaptability becomes a new form of intelligence.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 8 Jan. 2026
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Comfort Ero, Time, 9 Jan. 2026
Speaking about the shooting, Ceisler, a former military intelligence officer who previously worked at the Pentagon, criticized ICE's role in street-level enforcement.
—Eva Andersen, CBS News, 8 Jan. 2026
Sheinbaum credited a new law enforcement strategy that focuses on intelligence gathering and improving coordination across the various agencies that work on public security.
—Kate Linthicum, Los Angeles Times, 8 Jan. 2026
Conversations will evolve and ideas will spread a lot faster as adaptability becomes a new form of intelligence.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 8 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for intelligence
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The persecution of Trotsky and the Moscow Trials, which caused a rift in the American left, revealed the weakness of Cowley’s party-line political thinking, just as all his other work demonstrated the scope of his literary intellect.—
Vince Passaro,
Harpers Magazine,
30 Dec. 2025
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Mister Terrific emerges as one of Superman’s smartest anchors, threading intellect through a story preoccupied with power, trust, and what the world expects its heroes to be.—
Kathleen Newman-Bremang,
Refinery29,
30 Dec. 2025
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Contact information is usually on the shipping label or the carrier’s website.—
Isa Almeida,
Oklahoman,
9 Jan. 2026
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In doing so, drivers can ensure their insurer has accurate information, thereby keeping them protected without paying more than necessary.—
Ethan M. Stone,
Miami Herald,
9 Jan. 2026
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Olsen is known for imbuing small spaces with grandeur, wit, and the kind of high-end design once reserved for those with serious square footage, like in his Brooklyn brownstone.—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
13 Jan. 2026
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The comedian, known for her razor-sharp wit and fearless approach to comedy, made waves with her hosting debut in 2025, earning critical acclaim for her performance.—
Jenzia Burgos,
StyleCaster,
11 Jan. 2026
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So there's really no choice but for the four major conference commissioners to compile a set of rules and guidelines that make at least a marginal bit of sense.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
8 Jan. 2026
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Create a sense of order by clearing those surfaces of holiday-specific decor.—
Kristin Hohenadel,
The Spruce,
8 Jan. 2026
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Lately, several of the videos have come from the Indiana football program and Heisman-winning quarterback Fernando Mendoza, who has gone viral a number of times for his candid humility and insight during the Hoosiers’ unlikely run to the College Football Playoff national championship.—
Joe Arruda,
Hartford Courant,
13 Jan. 2026
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The Semafor World Economy Global Advisory Board is a group of visionary business leaders helping Semafor shape its new platform that empowers global CEOs to navigate extraordinary complexity through the expert curation of profound insights, ideas, and diverse perspectives.—
Rachel Keidan,
semafor.com,
13 Jan. 2026
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Tight, info dense, and short, TDS gathers the latest automotive headlines from around the world and puts them in one place.—
Joel Feder,
The Drive,
8 Jan. 2026
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Additional details for the Winter Classic against the Mammoth, including ticketing info, date and start time, will be announced later.—
Kyle Newman,
Denver Post,
7 Jan. 2026
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New York — Collective wisdom holds that an independent central bank is absolutely vital for any advanced economy.—
Allison Morrow,
CNN Money,
13 Jan. 2026
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Rich Polk—Getty Images Advertisement In their infinite wisdom, the Golden Globes invited Snoop Dogg to present the Best Podcast award.—
Melissa Locker,
Time,
12 Jan. 2026
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The guys up at Auburn rave about his intelligence, his football acumen and his work ethic.—
Creg Stephenson | cstephenson@al.com,
al,
20 Jan. 2023
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But Lord knows, there’s a mountain of acumen and perspicacity or, in plain terms, good horse sense stored in those minds and souls.—
Gordon Monson,
The Salt Lake Tribune,
8 Jan. 2023
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“Intelligence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intelligence. Accessed 15 Jan. 2026.
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