proficiencies

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Most of the proficiencies required can be gained through further education.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 27, 2023

I sometimes looked in vain for stacks of books along the walls that weren’t didactically aligned with state-ordained, “testable” proficiencies.

From New York Times • Jul. 25, 2021

Beyoncé’s proficiencies include the art of publicity, and her messaging is as precise as her melisma.

From The New Yorker • Apr. 18, 2019

To that end, Olson launched "Project Lawrence," an effort to increase cultural proficiencies -- like advanced language training and better knowledge of local history and customs -- for overseas operations.

From Salon • Aug. 4, 2011

By this means, you will well employ your precious time, though too many do not understand its value, and make great proficiencies in virtue.

From The works of John Dryden, now first collected in eighteen volumes. Volume 16 by Scott, Walter, Sir