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
  • In some specialties within the university hospital, male nurses are nearly as common as female nurses.
    — Andrea Hsu, NPR, 21 July 2026
  • Every bookstore has its own personality, its own specialties, and its own community.
    — Fousia Abdullahi, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 21 July 2026
Definition of specialties
Noun
  • And an anthology spinoff issue, a Halloween Special with talents such as James Tynion IV and Tony Fleecs, is being published in October.
    — Borys Kit, HollywoodReporter, 25 July 2026
  • Most went on to different fields, but many took their talents to the next level.
    — Sal Pizarro, Mercury News, 25 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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