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1
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
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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3
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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“Intelligence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intelligence. Accessed 29 Nov. 2021.
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