competence

Example Sentences

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This is further evidence of the competence and bravery of the U.S. military, which is one institution that still seems to work and deserves public trust.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

"We need to make those decisions. It's really frustrating. We need to bring competence which is the most important thing."

From BBC • Mar. 24, 2026

“The White House is working closely with Congress to swiftly confirm Warsh and restore confidence, competence, and credibility to the Federal Reserve.”

From Barron's • Mar. 14, 2026

“Kiss All the Time. Disco, Occasionally” conveys professionalism and competence but is seriously lacking in imagination.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 10, 2026

He had a sense that Uncle had done this kind of work before, judging from his competence and calm.

From "Escape from Camp 14: One Man's Remarkable Odyssey from North Korea to Freedom in the West" by Blaine Harden