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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Beside him was a petite, resourceful redhead who handles Matt’s socials for him.
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Heshel Rolnick, Rolling Stone, 26 Oct. 2024
Her resourceful approach extended to the nuts and bolts of touring.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 23 Oct. 2024
There are other ways to help children become independent, resourceful, caring people who can handle life’s ups and downs and thrive.
—Tovah P. Klein, Contributor, CNBC, 18 Oct. 2024
Cook proves to be a resourceful and tough cop who can keep up with the enraged Ruzek, who is still in shock.
—Demetrius Patterson, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Oct. 2024
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Heshel Rolnick, Rolling Stone, 26 Oct. 2024
Her resourceful approach extended to the nuts and bolts of touring.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 23 Oct. 2024
There are other ways to help children become independent, resourceful, caring people who can handle life’s ups and downs and thrive.
—Tovah P. Klein, Contributor, CNBC, 18 Oct. 2024
Cook proves to be a resourceful and tough cop who can keep up with the enraged Ruzek, who is still in shock.
—Demetrius Patterson, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 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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