as in ability
the physical or mental power to do something
she's proved that she has the competency to run a major company
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Recent Examples of competency
The bureaucratic and technical competency of Harris’s campaign is one of the stronger cases for her candidacy.
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Vinson Cunningham, The New Yorker, 1 Nov. 2024
In a rapidly changing industry, these competencies are invaluable.
—Sj Studio, Sourcing Journal, 28 Oct. 2024
The company was spun out of Johnson & Johnson in May 2023, which by all accounts seemed like a smart move by management as the consumer health sector lacked synergies with J&J’s core competencies of pharma and medtech.
—Kenneth Squire, CNBC, 26 Oct. 2024
If a technical role is central to a company's core competencies, relying on a fractional professional may not be the best option.
—Andres Zunino, Forbes, 29 Oct. 2024
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Vinson Cunningham, The New Yorker, 1 Nov. 2024
In a rapidly changing industry, these competencies are invaluable.
—Sj Studio, Sourcing Journal, 28 Oct. 2024
The company was spun out of Johnson & Johnson in May 2023, which by all accounts seemed like a smart move by management as the consumer health sector lacked synergies with J&J’s core competencies of pharma and medtech.
—Kenneth Squire, CNBC, 26 Oct. 2024
If a technical role is central to a company's core competencies, relying on a fractional professional may not be the best option.
—Andres Zunino, Forbes, 29 Oct. 2024
See all Example Sentences for competency
Recent Examples of Synonyms for competency
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The protocol’s ability to maintain context across various tools and datasets supports the development of more independent AI agents.Janakiram MSV, Forbes, 30 Nov. 2024
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Luck’s ability to energize athletes, fans, and donors could play a large part in that process.Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 30 Nov. 2024
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Many of us in business recognize the capacity of AI to enhance our work, boost our productivity and drive us to new heights of innovation.Vidya Plainfield, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
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Uncaged Innovations is scaled up for full roll-to-roll production of Elevate through a partner factory in New York that can produce more than a million square meters of material a year, and has two additional factories lined up to increase capacity.Rhonda Richford, WWD, 20 Nov. 2024
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Called Flagship Suites, the new product will feature upgrades like privacy doors, wireless charging, Bluetooth capability, multiple storage areas, and a seat with a chaise lounge mode (as well as a standard lie-flat bed option, too).Jessica Puckett, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Nov. 2024
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In 2025, CMOs and agency executives will reconcile full-funnel, full-service capabilities with deep expertise in various disciplines and channels.Forrester, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024
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Practice Active Listening And Cultural Competence To successfully navigate cultural differences, prioritize active listening and cultural competence.Expert Panel®, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
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Indeed, many citizens now harbor doubts about the competence of state officials to uphold democracy.Jenna Bednar, Foreign Affairs, 5 Nov. 2024
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“Competency.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/competency. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.
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