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adjective • (usually followed by `to') having the necessary means or skill or know-how or authority to do something adjective satellite • have the skills and qualifications to do things well • having inherent physical or mental ability or capacity • having a strong healthy body | ||||||||
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adjective • (usually followed by `of') having capacity or ability • (followed by `of') having the temperament or inclination for adjective satellite • possibly accepting or permitting • having the requisite qualities for • have the skills and qualifications to do things well | ||||||||
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noun • someone who is dazzlingly skilled in any field adjective satellite • having or showing knowledge and skill and aptitude | ||||||||
Competent
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ABLE which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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ABLE
Updated: February 16, 2025
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