strong suit
noun
1
: something in which one excels : forte
details of legislation have never been my strong suit—
Tip O'Neill
Tip O'Neill2
: a long suit containing high cards
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languages are definitely the diplomat's strong suit
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His mobility was never his strong suit but suffering a torn Achilles last season seems to have really hampered his ability to avoid pressure, leading to more turnovers.
—Ben Morse, CNN, 8 Dec. 2024
To just be real with you, being a black man in my family, communication was never a strong suit in our family.
—Steve Baltin, Forbes, 13 Oct. 2024
Penalties have also led to long down-to-go situations, which is not a strong suit for the 49ers’ offense under Kyle Shanahan.
—Vincent Frank, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
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If heels aren’t your strong suit, go for these square-toe ballet flats.
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Ben Morse, CNN, 8 Dec. 2024
To just be real with you, being a black man in my family, communication was never a strong suit in our family.
—Steve Baltin, Forbes, 13 Oct. 2024
Penalties have also led to long down-to-go situations, which is not a strong suit for the 49ers’ offense under Kyle Shanahan.
—Vincent Frank, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
Katy Perry Evie Sling-Back Ballet Flats $89 at Amazon
If heels aren’t your strong suit, go for these square-toe ballet flats.
—Emily Weaver, People.com, 2 Nov. 2024
See all Example Sentences for strong suit
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“Strong suit.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/strong%20suit. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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