as in skills
knowledge gained by actually doing or living through something
she's an excellent scholar of political science, but lacks the kind of savvy needed to run for public office
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as in smart
having or showing a practical cleverness or judgment
a particularly savvy investor, he was among the first to see the potential in tech stocks
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as in to know
to have a clear idea of
the man growled, "Don't ever date my daughter again—you savvy?"
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Recent Examples of savvy
Randy Mueller, The Athletic, 12 Apr. 2024
But the film belongs to Lily Gladstone’s Mollie, whose strength and savvy is overmatched by the vehemence of the white villainy that surrounds her.
—Joe Reid, Vulture, 9 Mar. 2024
David Phelan, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Without question, savvy bucks learn how to detect danger within their environment.
—Josh Honeycutt, Outdoor Life, 22 Nov. 2024
Andy Kessler, WSJ, 9 Nov. 2022
Much of that comes from his experience and savvy as a runner, which will only continue to get better with age.
—Dallas News, 4 Aug. 2022
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Noun
His reliability and savvy will be gold for any team grooming a young quarterback.
—Randy Mueller, The Athletic, 12 Apr. 2024
But the film belongs to Lily Gladstone’s Mollie, whose strength and savvy is overmatched by the vehemence of the white villainy that surrounds her.
—Joe Reid, Vulture, 9 Mar. 2024
Adjective
Which means that savvy shoppers who want a great price on a new phone will know that this is the optimum time to buy.
—David Phelan, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Without question, savvy bucks learn how to detect danger within their environment.
—Josh Honeycutt, Outdoor Life, 22 Nov. 2024
Verb
This wiped out $80 billion in value, whacking some hedge funds and lots of individuals, neither savvy enough to see the bubble.
—Andy Kessler, WSJ, 9 Nov. 2022
Much of that comes from his experience and savvy as a runner, which will only continue to get better with age.
—Dallas News, 4 Aug. 2022
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for savvy
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Set in 1705 during the reign of Queen Anne, the series stars Louisa Harland (Derry Girls) as Nell Jackson, widowed and possessed of occasional supernatural skills whenever someone threatens her, courtesy of a fairy sprite named Billy Blind (Nick Mohammed).Ars Technica, Ars Technica, 24 Dec. 2024
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One requirement for anyone who has joined the cast, aside from drumming skills, has been expressive eyes and body language that can fill in for the wordlessness.Rick Kogan, Chicago Tribune, 24 Dec. 2024
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If another Fiesta Bowl victory awaits the Broncos, Madsen will need to connect on those one or two play-action opportunities when Jeanty freezes the safeties, and make the smart, safe plays that hold on to the ball and keep drives alive.Justin Williams, The Athletic, 29 Dec. 2024
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Project Sid departs from this model, showing how AI civilizations could scale to address real-world challenges, such as optimizing supply chains, designing smarter cities, exploring social dynamics, or even managing healthcare systems.Jason Snyder, Forbes, 29 Dec. 2024
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Don't ever be afraid to ask questions, because there's almost always somebody there who will know what the heck is going on.Anika Reed, USA TODAY, 21 Dec. 2024
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This makes sure everyone knows exactly what to expect from day one.Sho Dewan, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
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First there was The Playroom, which was just a collection of small experiences made to show off the features of the PlayStation 4's camera peripheral.Ars Technica, Ars Technica, 22 Dec. 2024
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The point of focusing on food, Hoffmann says, is to teach students how to connect with climate change through their personal experiences.Rebecca Redelmeier, NPR, 22 Dec. 2024
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Burnett had a prime role in elevating Trump as a primetime fixture as the star of The Apprentice, as the real estate developer was presented to the public as a wildly successful entrepreneur with astute instincts for spotting talent.Ted Johnson, Deadline, 21 Dec. 2024
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Through a rich heritage, carefully crafted brand strategies and astute business acumen, Montblanc has built an enduring legacy of distinction.Fairchild Studio, WWD, 16 Dec. 2024
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The Dial offers readers a glimpse into the world beyond their borders, a monthly syllabus for understanding tumultuous times that challenges assumptions and presents new writing that delights.The Dial, The Dial, 19 Dec. 2024
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That’s always interesting, because then you’re confronted with your own insecurities and your own inability to understand something, so you then get excited by that.Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 19 Dec. 2024
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By combining technical expertise with deeply human skills like collaboration, critical thinking, and creativity, students can prepare for dynamic and fulfilling careers.C.M. Rubin, Forbes, 1 Jan. 2025
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Any student of art history could also point to the Renaissance’s polymaths, who mobilized artistic and scientific expertise in their pursuit of discovery.Michaëla de Lacaze Mohrmann, Artforum, 1 Jan. 2025
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The Kraken pounced quickly and have made a shrewd gamble here.Shayna Goldman, The Athletic, 19 Dec. 2024
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Wang, a shrewd negotiator, is known for taking her time before striking deals.Lisa Lockwood, WWD, 16 Dec. 2024
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“Savvy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/savvy. Accessed 4 Jan. 2025.
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