nous
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He led them to fourth place at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations and has instilled discipline and tactical nous.
From BBC ● Jun. 28, 2026
Lennon has proved his managerial nous plenty of times already this season, but he must down his mentor if he is to make history with Dunfermline.
From BBC ● May 22, 2026
"He is going away from goal, but then has the nous to put it in the far corner, leaving the goalkeeper no chance at all."
From BBC ● May 19, 2026
The athletes are required to employ all their technical nous to transition efficiently, stripping off reusable 'skins' that give their skis grip for climbing so they can freely ski down two descents.
From Barron's ● Feb. 21, 2026
“Cette semaine, j’ai une petite surprise pour vous: nous allons regarder un film,” she says, taking a DVD off her desk and popping it in the player.
From "Love, Hate & Other Filters" by Samira Ahmed
