ability
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“Her work was known for its emotional intelligence, rhythm, and humanity — a rare ability to find the truth of a scene and bring heart, momentum, and clarity to the screen.”
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026
His awkward angle, coming from beyond the perpendicular, with the ability to move the ball away from right-handers makes him very challenging for a batter to line up.
From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026
And yet, in the book she voices doubts—if not in his capacity to serve, then in his ability to overcome the public beliefs that he couldn’t.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026
Management also expressed confidence in the company’s ability to navigate an AI future.
From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026
Over the years, I’ve mastered the ability to only see the good parts of Mom —the sparkly, loving parts that made me feel special.
From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller
Vocabulary lists containing ability
"Kids Are Inventors, Too"
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Workshop 1, Part 1
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"Principles of Business," Vocabulary from Chapter 9
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