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Recent Examples of resourcefulness
However, as throughout history, the determination, resourcefulness, and sheer courage of the people of Ukraine have been important.
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Arthur I. Cyr, Chicago Tribune, 27 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.
—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
Melby the Manatee’s Rescue Took a Village What followed was a coordinated effort across agencies and the private sector that showcased the resourcefulness of Brevard County’s first responders.
—Ryan Brennan
april 9, Miami Herald, 9 Apr. 2026
In a fashion design class, that resourcefulness became a skill set.
—J.m. Banks
march 16, Kansas City Star, 16 Mar. 2026
Arthur I. Cyr, Chicago Tribune, 27 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.
—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
Melby the Manatee’s Rescue Took a Village What followed was a coordinated effort across agencies and the private sector that showcased the resourcefulness of Brevard County’s first responders.
—Ryan Brennan
april 9, Miami Herald, 9 Apr. 2026
In a fashion design class, that resourcefulness became a skill set.
—J.m. Banks
march 16, Kansas City Star, 16 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for resourcefulness
Noun
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That’s because addressing disease at earlier stages can help forestall potential productivity losses and costly health complications, creating substantial long-term benefits.—
Tomas J. Philipson,
Twin Cities,
4 June 2026
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Some companies have used is a proxy for productivity, but the problem is that more tokens don't necessarily mean more value.—
Kate Rooney,
CNBC,
4 June 2026
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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.—
Charles Preston,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
28 May 2026
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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.—
Outside,
Outside,
17 Feb. 2026
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Apollo 13 Selected by Brian Grazer Apollo 13 captures something essential about America at its best, which is the belief that no challenge is too big when talented people come together with urgency, ingenuity, and purpose.—
Time,
Time,
10 June 2026
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From a castle built by a Sherlock Holmes actor in Connecticut to lava fields in Idaho that helped train astronauts, these destinations showcase the beauty, ingenuity and delightful weirdness that make the United States unique.—
Staff,
USA Today,
8 June 2026
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Manufactured since the 1940s to make products nonstick, stain-resistant and water-repellent, legacy PFAS have been linked to human cancer, obesity, thyroid disease, high cholesterol, decreased fertility, liver damage, hormone disruption and damage to the immune system, according to the EPA.—
Sandee LaMotte,
CNN Money,
9 June 2026
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Now Maya was somewhat older than me (36–44) and had recently started to research fertility treatments.—
Kevin Brazil,
Harpers Magazine,
9 June 2026
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Sports-loving Kim has re-committed to developing athletic talent as a tool to promote North Korea internationally, according to a report by South Korea’s Unification Ministry.—
Andrew McNicol,
CNN Money,
7 June 2026
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Fans and former costars alike flooded social media with outpourings of appreciation for his talent and grief at his death.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
7 June 2026
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That spirit still drives the family today, even as each sibling approaches creativity from a different angle.—
Datwon Thomas,
VIBE.com,
6 June 2026
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However, bringing the villa to life has required a surprising amount of time, materials and creativity.—
Jordan Greene,
PEOPLE,
6 June 2026
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“Resourcefulness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/resourcefulness. Accessed 12 Jun. 2026.
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