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as in powers
a natural ability of the mind or body
although they are well into their 80s, the mental faculties of this couple are as sharp as ever
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as in talents
a special and usually inborn ability
even when he was still at a young age, John Singleton Copley's artistic faculties were readily recognizable
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as in abilities
the physical or mental power to do something
the belief that if someone loses their sight, all of their other physical faculties are heightened
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Recent Examples of faculties
That his grandfather lost his faculties, and his delusions resulted in the death of his grandson.
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Ben Travers, IndieWire, 9 Oct. 2024
The University of Wisconsin System recently enacted a viewpoint neutrality policy, which Bean said hinders academic freedom for professors, department chairs and faculties.
—La Risa R. Lynch, Journal Sentinel, 3 Oct. 2024
Students are also taught by faculties that are disproportionately white.
—Jacqueline Novogratz, Foreign Affairs, 4 Oct. 2021
Ben Travers, IndieWire, 9 Oct. 2024
The University of Wisconsin System recently enacted a viewpoint neutrality policy, which Bean said hinders academic freedom for professors, department chairs and faculties.
—La Risa R. Lynch, Journal Sentinel, 3 Oct. 2024
Students are also taught by faculties that are disproportionately white.
—Jacqueline Novogratz, Foreign Affairs, 4 Oct. 2021
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By learning about the latest industry trends and technologies, women can better apply their talents in impactful ways.Leen Kawas, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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While about half of computer science majors expect to follow the usual Big Tech route, a growing number might take their talents to other fields, including to small businesses, in sectors such as financial services, government, and manufacturing, especially if tech sector hiring remains slow.Christine Y. Cruzvergara, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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Rivers insisted Monday that there are different ways of convincing a team its record is not reflective of its abilities.Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 24 Dec. 2024
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The Drive The CRV was an instant fun-fest with its fat gearshift stalk and quick around-town abilities.Josh Max, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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Reporting Deadline Rachel Hodgdon, president and CEO of the International WELL Building Institute is bullish on AI’s design support capabilities in the new year.Jamie Gold, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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One thing is clear; AI success is a journey, and the ability to rapidly leverage and adapt resources and technology is key — as new technologies and capabilities keep arising almost every day.Joe McKendrick, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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Plus, the 470-milliliter dustbin and 350-milliliter water tank are large enough capacities that won’t require frequent emptying or refilling, making the entire cleaning process hands-free.Kaitlin Gates, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Dec. 2024
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Researchers have developed an advanced SSE with high ionic conductivity, enabling ultra-stable lithium metal batteries with exceptional cycling stability, high capacities, and fast charge-discharge rates.Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 23 Dec. 2024
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“Faculties.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/faculties. Accessed 6 Jan. 2025.
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