penchant
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Young people face a challenging job market, but have also shown a penchant for finding creative ways to go it alone.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 30, 2026
Pochettino’s faith in the power of fruit and candles and his penchant for penning aphorisms hasn’t taken away from the ferociousness of his approach to soccer.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 25, 2026
Nonetheless, Denton’s appointment is a bit of a surprise, given Nike’s penchant for promoting within.
From Barron's • Jun. 24, 2026
In the longer term, Arteta has shown his penchant for hosting barbecues for his players, staff and their families at the club's London Colney headquarters - showing the importance he places on nurturing bonds.
From BBC • May 19, 2026
Yet Milagro was a town whose citizens had a penchant not only for going crazy, but also for precipitating miracles.
From "The Milagro Beanfield War" by John Nichols
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