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competency

[kom-pi-tuhn-see] / ˈkɒm pɪ tən si /


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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

Central to determining competency is whether Jeffries understands the charges against him, their consequences, the legal proceedings, and can assist with his own defence.

From BBC • Mar. 28, 2026

A month before the competency exams, this relative asked me to take them to their doctor for “memory issues.”

From MarketWatch • Mar. 3, 2026

Employees get an AI competency score from one to five—scoring a five if they create systems that improve the workflow of others.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 25, 2026

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

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




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