nous

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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

But Cardona Coll showed all his experience to fight back and surge into the lead in an astonishing display of stamina and technical nous on the transition.

From Barron's • Feb. 19, 2026

England had mustered only 128 for nine but showcased their depth and nous, defending a total that looked well below par on a surface offering turn and bounce.

From Barron's • Feb. 3, 2026

That still feels a foolish prediction, especially given his nous and experience on the Wimbledon grass.

From BBC • Jan. 27, 2026

It grew dark, the approaching night—langui- nous, honey-mellow, luminous—gleamed with a seraphic effulgence.

From "The Milagro Beanfield War" by John Nichols