competent

Example Sentences

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"The modification of the cherub's face was the decorator's initiative, not communicated to the competent authorities," it said in a statement shared by news agency Ansa.

From BBC

And Wall Street analyst Meredith Whitney External link recently tweeted: “Congratulations to my friend, the highly intelligent and incredibly competent Kevin Warsh, on his well-deserved nomination to be the next Chair of the Federal Reserve.”

From Barron's

He demanded an investigation that is "clear and objective, with competent people" handling it.

From Barron's

Self-driving vehicles would undergo "rigorous" tests to prove they are at least as safe, competent and careful as human drivers, before being allowed on UK roads, the government said.

From Barron's

I always wanted to bring in people I could trust and who were competent in the responsibilities I would delegate to them.

From BBC