competence

Example Sentences

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The mission is more evidence of U.S. military competence and bravery.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

Schools that focus on rigorous medical training can advertise that fact as evidence of their graduates’ competence.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 23, 2026

“The White House is working closely with Congress to swiftly confirm Warsh and restore confidence, competence, and credibility to the Federal Reserve,” White House spokesman Kush Desai told Barron’s.

From Barron's • Mar. 18, 2026

As if the ugliness of the 120 minutes wasn't enough - the grisly battle, the hair-on-fire panic, the abysmal lack of anything resembling coherence or even competence - there was the disgrace of the post-match.

From BBC • Mar. 8, 2026

Not for wit or competence or any of the reasons for which Clare had been chosen, but for her kindness.

From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman