nous
Example Sentences
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Does increased athleticism and tactical nous risk losing the distinctive character of the women's game?
From BBC ● Apr. 24, 2026
England, used to bulging crowds, were simply too physical, too skilful, and had far too much nous.
From BBC ● Apr. 18, 2026
But reigning world champion 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 opening 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
I shook this treacherous woman’s hand and said coolly, en français pour que l’Hauptsturmführer, who doesn’t speak English, puisse nous comprendre, “I’m afraid I can’t tell you my name.”
From "Code Name Verity" by Elizabeth Wein
