capable of

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The Amaterasu particle has been especially difficult to explain because its estimated arrival direction traces back to a cosmic void, a region of space with no clear source capable of producing ultrahigh-energy cosmic rays.

From Science Daily • Jun. 9, 2026

Midfielder Kendall showed she is more than capable of challenging for a regular role, while Manchester City's Blindkilde Brown was a standout performer in the victory over Ukraine in the number 10 position.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

Chris Lehane, the company’s chief global affairs officer, told reporters that the unit was capable of sophisticated testing and had relationships with leading companies.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

There are those who think it’s about man in a state of nature, what we are capable of when society is made primal around us.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

Participate, as if that was all we were capable of.

From "The Science of Breakable Things" by Tae Keller