knack

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During his 19 seasons as a Gonzaga assistant, he developed a knack for spotting international talent and developing it stateside.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026

He is widely seen as a gifted salesman with a knack for jump-starting the sort of viral moments on social media that double as shrewd self-promotion.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 9, 2026

Sensibility and natural eclecticism, rather than unchecked ambition, is what propels Joseph; he has an innate knack for assembling bands and ensembles, good taste and good timing.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 4, 2026

The Dutchman put his side's knack of winning games with late goals down to self-belief and fitness.

From BBC • Feb. 9, 2026

As any Swanburne girl could tell you, a knack for pithiness is well worth acquiring.

From "The Interrupted Tale" by Maryrose Wood