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Recent Examples of resourcefulness
That resolve and resourcefulness has been an abiding mindset almost forever in Kansas City, which long has had more than its share of world-class institutions.
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Kansas City Star,
13 June 2026
The progression of the scene reveals Floyd’s empathy and resourcefulness.
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Daniel D'addario,
Variety,
11 June 2026
Grocery shopping poses a unique set of challenges that involves tippy toes and resourcefulness.
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Donna Vickroy,
Chicago Tribune,
29 May 2026
The pope proposes that overreliance on AI risks weakening human resourcefulness and creativity, and that sharing intimate conversations with chatbots can be dangerous and isolating.
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Dani Di Placido,
Forbes.com,
26 May 2026
Individuals born with Pluto in Virgo possess sharp instincts, an eye for detail and a sorcery-like resourcefulness.
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Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
7 May 2026
And from a coach who was questioned over and over again as the Wolves labored through an uninspiring regular season only to conduct a master class in strategy and resourcefulness to lead his severely short-handed team to a stunning upset.
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Jon Krawczynski,
New York Times,
1 May 2026
Just another tribute to the resourcefulness and player evaluation acumen of Alex Anthopoulos, the best GM in baseball in our book.
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Bill Madden,
Hartford Courant,
25 Apr. 2026
Steven Soderbergh, himself synonymous with an earlier era of indie resourcefulness, followed suit, shooting Unsane (2018) on the iPhone 7 Plus and High Flying Bird (2019) on the iPhone 8.
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Dennis Lim,
The New York Review of Books,
25 Apr. 2026
Kansas City Star,
13 June 2026
The progression of the scene reveals Floyd’s empathy and resourcefulness.
—
Daniel D'addario,
Variety,
11 June 2026
Grocery shopping poses a unique set of challenges that involves tippy toes and resourcefulness.
—
Donna Vickroy,
Chicago Tribune,
29 May 2026
The pope proposes that overreliance on AI risks weakening human resourcefulness and creativity, and that sharing intimate conversations with chatbots can be dangerous and isolating.
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Dani Di Placido,
Forbes.com,
26 May 2026
Individuals born with Pluto in Virgo possess sharp instincts, an eye for detail and a sorcery-like resourcefulness.
—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
7 May 2026
And from a coach who was questioned over and over again as the Wolves labored through an uninspiring regular season only to conduct a master class in strategy and resourcefulness to lead his severely short-handed team to a stunning upset.
—
Jon Krawczynski,
New York Times,
1 May 2026
Just another tribute to the resourcefulness and player evaluation acumen of Alex Anthopoulos, the best GM in baseball in our book.
—
Bill Madden,
Hartford Courant,
25 Apr. 2026
Steven Soderbergh, himself synonymous with an earlier era of indie resourcefulness, followed suit, shooting Unsane (2018) on the iPhone 7 Plus and High Flying Bird (2019) on the iPhone 8.
—
Dennis Lim,
The New York Review of Books,
25 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for resourcefulness
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Britain has experienced major blows to investment and productivity, a historic surge in annual net migration, and—shorn of the diplomatic heft of a united Europe and subject to the whims of a bullying Trump—a geopolitical humbling.
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Today, users want comfort and productivity gains.
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Because of hijras’ ability to confer fecundity as devoted representatives of the mother goddess Bahuchara Mata, they are frequently invited to bless newborn boys and perform at their homes by dancing and singing.
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But amidst said lots and open spaces are acres of marsh and flooded forests, and the Audubon Louisiana Nature Center stands apart as a place to interpret all this fecundity.
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The San Jose Sharks are quickly rising, as this is a team that, through both ingenuity and good fortune, is accumulating talent at a dizzying, intimidating clip.
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Now in its 38th edition, the annual issue is a record of the highest expressions of craft, ingenuity, creativity, pleasure, and wonder across 15 categories and from around the globe.
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Under the scheme, Parsi families who earn below a certain threshold can receive financial assistance for fertility treatment and childcare.
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Scientists also are exploring whether microplastics contribute to or cause Parkinson’s disease, impaired fertility, premature births, certain cancers and developmental problems in children.
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Argentina capped the night with a shutout against Algeria and with all three goals belonging to their maestro, as Messi reminded the world of his unique talents.
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Looking back, Llamas credits his rise not to exceptional talent but to persistence, preparation, and a willingness to advocate for himself.
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Vendors participating in JuneteethKC’s 15th annual Heritage Festival lined 18th Street to celebrate freedom, culture and creativity.
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Mika McCants, owner and CEO of Spoiled Boutique, is the creative force behind this Juneteenth celebration that celebrates culture, creativity and community.
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“Resourcefulness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/resourcefulness. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
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