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competency

[kom-pi-tuhn-see] / ˈkɒm pɪ tən si /


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But that standard requires only two modest extracurricular sessions on cross-cultural competency and related topics.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 23, 2026

She also said her message of competency and experience wasn’t resonating among voters who were seeking a fiery foil to President Trump, not “Boring Betty,” as she dubbed herself.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 20, 2026

The results clearly pointed to writers walking away with greater feelings of satisfaction and competency, as well as a more meaningful connection to their output, when they worked through the craft without A.I. assistance.

From Slate • Apr. 4, 2026

The calls were recorded last year while he was being treated for four months in a mental health unit at a federal prison in North Carolina to see if he could regain competency.

From BBC • Mar. 28, 2026

The core competency there is speed and accuracy,” explained Glocer.

From "The World Is Flat" by Thomas L. Friedman




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