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prowess

[prou-is] / ˈpraʊ ɪs /




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His alleged negotiation prowess was actually nonexistent, as the multiple failures of his businesses should have made clear.

From Salon Aug. 7, 2026

For the local bikers offering videos for tourists, Chongqing's motorcycle prowess is a business opportunity.

From Barron's Aug. 2, 2026

Analysts say China's robotics push could follow a similar path as its global EV success, with local players using manufacturing prowess, dense supplier networks and rapid product development to establish an early lead.

From BBC Jul. 29, 2026

Ding’s committee bets that by hitching China’s engineering prowess to the engine of state capitalism, it may eventually get there.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 24, 2026

Halleck’s cousins followed Halleck, then one of Harma’s banner-bearers, then men who’d fought with her, then others who had heard tales of their prowess.

From "A Dance with Dragons" by George R. R. Martin




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