skill set

noun

: a set of skills

especially : a collection of skills and abilities that can be applied to a professional or creative endeavor

She chooses to pursue a position in public relations—"journalism's evil twin"—reasoning that it will require much the same "skill set" that a published writer has. —

Alexandra Jacobs

Cauchetier's skill set—he was both a high-wire documentarian and, in effect, a director of fictions—uniquely qualified him to share in the multifarious spirit of the New Wave. —

Richard Brody

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The series demands a distinct skill set, emphasizing energy conservation and tire management. —

Kanzah Maktoum, Forbes, 18 Jan. 2025 His vision and creativity would complement Bedard's skill set perfectly, turning no-look passes into scoring opportunities and setting up Bedard's lethal shot from anywhere in the offensive zone. —

David Faris, Newsweek, 18 Jan. 2025 His problem is that Chelsea already have a superstar with that skill set: Palmer. —

Liam Twomey, The Athletic, 17 Jan. 2025 After Stroud was drafted, Slowik built an offense around his skill set. —

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