as in characteristic
something that sets apart an individual from others of the same kind
honesty is one of her defining traits
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However, achieving this requires not just technological advancement but also strategic thinking and adaptability—the very traits that my upbringing has ingrained in me.
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Benedetto Biondi, Newsweek, 1 Nov. 2024
The former trait can be seen twice over: first, in opening Nadja’s vampire nightclub.
—Proma Khosla, IndieWire, 29 Oct. 2024
Highlight Your Key Attributes Hiring managers are looking for certain traits in almost every role, such as dependability, strong communication skills, flexibility, and openness to feedback.
—Kathy Caprino, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024
Cats are known for being selective in their affections, often choosing a favorite person based on specific traits like consistency, attentiveness, and socialization experiences.
—Nina Turner, Newsweek, 30 Oct. 2024
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Benedetto Biondi, Newsweek, 1 Nov. 2024
The former trait can be seen twice over: first, in opening Nadja’s vampire nightclub.
—Proma Khosla, IndieWire, 29 Oct. 2024
Highlight Your Key Attributes Hiring managers are looking for certain traits in almost every role, such as dependability, strong communication skills, flexibility, and openness to feedback.
—Kathy Caprino, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024
Cats are known for being selective in their affections, often choosing a favorite person based on specific traits like consistency, attentiveness, and socialization experiences.
—Nina Turner, Newsweek, 30 Oct. 2024
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This solid foundation enables the Bilstein DTX shock absorbers to do their work, with fast reaction times that let the various drive mode settings deliver distinctly different ride and handling characteristics.Dan Carney, Popular Science, 7 Nov. 2024
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These are split into four groups of four based on common characteristics and placed into categories.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
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These sneakers also boast an attractive aesthetic, and the slip-on feature is helpful for seniors with arthritic hands who may have trouble tying laces.Trina Gray, People.com, 24 Oct. 2024
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The report did not specify how complex those generative AI features would be.Evelyn Cheng, CNBC, 24 Oct. 2024
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Think outside the box and apply discipline and physical attributes to turn your pursuits into something tangible.Eugenia Last, The Mercury News, 6 Nov. 2024
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Sometimes soccer is as simple as signing a player with the exact attributes to deal with your biggest weakness.Steve Price, Forbes, 3 Nov. 2024
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Determined to bring Franck back, Elsa begins trying to do the aliens’ bidding, which adds a slight ticking-clock quality to the narrative.Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 8 Nov. 2024
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The JLab Talk Pro is a versatile USB microphone ideal for podcasters and remote workers seeking professional sound quality at an accessible price.Shubham Yewale, PCMAG, 7 Nov. 2024
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The Office of the Director of National Intelligence, which in the lead-up to the election made formal attributions of online propaganda campaigns to countries like Iran and Russia, declined to comment.Kevin Collier, NBC News, 8 Nov. 2024
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Friday’s disclosure follows the ODNI’s public attribution of three other fake videos in recent weeks to Russia.Josh Meyer, USA TODAY, 1 Nov. 2024
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“Trait.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/trait. Accessed 18 Nov. 2024.
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