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capability

[key-puh-bil-i-tee] / ˌkeɪ pəˈbɪl ɪ ti /


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"He was deeply invested in this role, pushing the capability, and always suggesting improvements to techniques, kit and equipment. He had a promising career ahead of him," the MoD said in a statement.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

It has been a big player in PCs for decades through its graphics chips, which produce sharper and smoother images on computer monitors—a capability videogamers prize.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

Despite these constraints, the ATF has developed its investigative capability.

From Salon • Jun. 2, 2026

Although the X-59 was designed to minimize the disruptive sonic boom typically associated with supersonic aircraft, these initial supersonic flights are not intended to demonstrate that capability.

From Science Daily • Jun. 1, 2026

Odd too is the effect produced when he uses academic jargon—bubbles at the tip of his tongue: ‘Topos... negative capability... vegetation imagery in Shakespearean comedy.’

From "Hunger of Memory" by Richard Rodriguez




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