chops

Example Sentences

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Mr. Warsh has the policy chops and intellectual firepower to steer the Fed and take on dissenters who resist the changes he might bring to monetary policy.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026

Inspired by Alison Roman’s knack for giving pork chops real presence — the kind that demands a proper sear and a little attention — I started there.

From Salon • Apr. 10, 2026

Blue Owl touted its technology investing chops for years and helped pioneer private-credit lending to SaaS companies.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

Revered producer and saxophonist Josh Johnson, guitarist Jeff Parker, bassist Anna Butterss and drummer Deantoni Parks also bring their considerable chops to the mix, evoking divergent moods while maintaining a signature exuberance throughout.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 25, 2026

Pork chops smothered in gravy, green beans floating in butter, cornbread hot and fluffy.

From "Finding Langston" by Lesa Cline-Ransome