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competently

[kom-pi-tuhnt-lee] / ˈkɒm pɪ tənt li /


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They can’t get the medical professionals that they need to do it competently.

From Slate ● Oct. 6, 2026

The client — your friend, in this case — must also demonstrate that the outcome of the underlying case would have been better if the attorney had acted competently.

From MarketWatch ● Aug. 26, 2026

Our experience reinforced another lesson: When government is well-designed, narrowly focused and competently managed, it can deliver exceptional value to the public.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 31, 2026

And I’m sure ExpressVPN’s support staff can handle those enquiries competently and efficiently.

From Salon ● Mar. 13, 2026

He argued frequently and fairly competently with the judges.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela




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