specialisms

noun

plural of specialism
as in specialities

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  1. specialities
  2. specialties
  3. talents
  4. competencies
Noun
  • Order an excellent steak or burger or opt for Irish specialities like fish and chips or steak and mushroom pie.
    — Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 12 Aug. 2026
  • 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
Definition of specialities
Noun
  • Some specialties naturally generated quick patient decisions, while others involved weeks or months of research before a patient sought care.
    — Shea Murtaugh, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026
  • Others are just as deliberate about avoiding the front lines, gravitating toward technical or support specialties where the likelihood of direct combat is lower, but translating those skills to a civilian job may be smoother.
    — Steven Beynon, ABC News, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of specialties
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  • Other youth talents, like Tommy Marques, are also expected to leave, potentially paving the way for new signings like Rodri, as Deco balances sales with transfer pursuits.
    — Tom Sanderson, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2026
  • After all, your time, talents and hard work hold tremendous value.
    — Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of talents
Noun
  • This article examines which workers will feel this transition first, the information-access risk organizations need to consider, and the two human competencies likely to become more valuable.
    — Rachel Wells, Forbes.com, 9 Aug. 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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