nous

Example Sentences

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"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

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

Last year's attempt was ended in the most extraordinary style by Djokovic who, playing through the pain of a torn hamstring, used his nous to baffle Alcaraz and come through a four-set thriller.

From BBC • Jan. 31, 2026

II arriva chez nous un dimanche de novembre 189....“It's in French.”

From "Black Swan Green" by David Mitchell