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decisiveness

[dih-sahy-siv-nis] / dɪˈsaɪ sɪv nɪs /


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"That episode illustrates his decisiveness and strong ethical standards," political commentator Volodymyr Fesenko told AFP on Wednesday.

From Barron's Jul. 22, 2026

The piece highlights a strategic approach to voting timing that balances decisiveness with gathering information before submitting a ballot.

From Los Angeles Times May 3, 2026

It was one of many episodes that showed his decisiveness, keen understanding of Apple’s culture and products, and how to get things done inside the company, the people said.

From The Wall Street Journal Apr. 21, 2026

Combining consistent speed with the mental solidity and racing decisiveness he has always shown makes Piastri a formidable rival who, psychologically at least, will be a tough nut to crack.

From BBC Apr. 13, 2025

The short answer is that, just as there was a duel of words after the actual duel—won by Hamilton’s advocates—there was also a duel of words beforehand, which Burr won with equivalent decisiveness.

From "Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation" by Joseph J. Ellis




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