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ability

[uh-bil-i-tee] / əˈbɪl ɪ ti /




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But Burnham has a rare ability to grab public attention and make voters feel heard – often literally.

From BBC • Jun. 27, 2026

Like Mythos, the models have demonstrated the ability to efficiently find software bugs, capabilities that could be used in cyberattacks.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 26, 2026

The program provides states the ability to review, regulate and provide input on federal projects that affect their coastlines, but not broad veto power.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 26, 2026

Nor does it question the government’s ability to prove dangerousness on an individualized basis.

From Slate • Jun. 26, 2026

And Oliver had this strange ability to notice me, an invisible girl.

From "Bye Forever, I Guess" by Jodi Meadows




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