ability

Example Sentences

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However, the health element of universal credit, paid to claimants whose disability restricts their ability to work, is being halved.

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

In theory, AI should let individuals enjoy some of the benefits of teams, such as access to a range of scientific knowledge and the ability to combine different ideas in new ways.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

She had 16 in a lower-scoring performance against Texas on Friday, but her imposing defense and ability to move as fluidly as a guard make her a matchup headache for any opponent.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 5, 2026

Reducing their size caused them to lose their ability to confine light.

From Science Daily • Apr. 5, 2026

Where are you? he thought desperately, terrified by the idea that he had lost the ability to see her.

From "Jeremy Thatcher, Dragon Hatcher" by Bruce Coville