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proficiency

[pruh-fish-uhn-see] / prəˈfɪʃ ən si /


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But in his address to the diaspora gathering, Ruto said Kenya's education system produced strong English proficiency and that it was difficult to understand Nigerians when they spoke English.

From BBC • Apr. 24, 2026

Rather than long-term professional experience, Toboni wanted proficiency in analytics, an interest in modern technology and a track record of creativity.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

Such seamless technologies teach us that repair and understanding is not our role and that such proficiency and knowledge is unnecessary.

From Slate • Apr. 4, 2026

Researchers found that Latino students faced myriad challenges, including immigration issues, English proficiency and unstable housing that is linked to their parents’ employment status.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

He touched her cheek lightly, finally feeling the smallest amount of proficiency.

From "We'll Fly Away" by Bryan Bliss




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