resourceful
adjective
re·source·ful
ri-ˈsȯrs-fəl 
-ˈzȯrs-
: able to meet situations : capable of devising ways and means
a resourceful leader
resourcefulness
noun
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When ready-to-eat snacks are not easily accessible, kids end up being resourceful and creative with their choices.
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Suzanne Hayes, Parents, 31 Oct. 2024
Founder Resilience European founders have had to be more resourceful and resilient.
—Kjartan Rist, Forbes, 24 Oct. 2024
Beside him was a petite, resourceful redhead who handles Matt’s socials for him.
—Heshel Rolnick, Rolling Stone, 26 Oct. 2024
Her resourceful approach extended to the nuts and bolts of touring.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 23 Oct. 2024
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Suzanne Hayes, Parents, 31 Oct. 2024
Founder Resilience European founders have had to be more resourceful and resilient.
—Kjartan Rist, Forbes, 24 Oct. 2024
Beside him was a petite, resourceful redhead who handles Matt’s socials for him.
—Heshel Rolnick, Rolling Stone, 26 Oct. 2024
Her resourceful approach extended to the nuts and bolts of touring.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 23 Oct. 2024
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resourceful
adjective
re·source·ful
ri-ˈsōrs-fəl
-ˈsȯrs-,
-ˈzōrs-,
-ˈzȯrs-
: able to deal well with new or difficult situations
resourcefulness
noun
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