specialisms

noun

plural of specialism
as in specialities

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  1. specialities
  2. specialties
  3. talents
  4. competencies
Noun
  • The four-course tasting menu focuses on the sea, with dishes showcasing regional specialities such as clipfish, cod, the catch of the day and even whale.
    — Joanne Shurvell, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026
  • Try Menorcan specialities like sobrasada – squidgy sausage – and at least three cheeses, plus the Catalan classic of grated tomato on bread with olive oil.
    — Adrienne Wyper, TheWeek, 22 June 2026
Definition of specialities
Noun
  • This crisis is exacerbated by lower pay for these cognitive specialties compared to procedural ones, deterring new doctors burdened by debt.
    — John Samuels, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026
  • The hospital complex in San Francisco was ranked top nationally in several specialties as well, including geriatrics, pulmonology — the treatment of respiratory conditions — and lung surgery.
    — Grant Stringer, Mercury News, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of specialties
Noun
  • McCollum’s show in Bridgeport this week features two up-and-coming country talents, singer/songwriter Kassi Ashton and singer Gabby Barrett.
    — Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Once an off-ramp for those players in need of a second chance, the transfer portal is now an opportunity for high-earning talents to take in even more.
    — Nick Baumgardner, New York Times, 31 July 2026
Definition of talents
Noun
  • Use it to generate a standardized set of interview questions tied directly to the competencies the role requires.
    — Aytekin Tank, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026
  • Do the activities encourage time spent interacting with others online, which can help young people develop important skills and competencies?
    — Gabriel E. Hales, The Conversation, 17 July 2026
Definition of competencies
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