as in aptitude
a special and usually inborn ability
Liza's musical talent was already apparent by the time she was five a talent for coming up with really funny answers to stupid questions
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Recent Examples of talent
But Matt Lyons, CPS’ chief talent officer from 2015 to 2021, who oversaw similar discipline conversations with previous boards, said the decision to reinstate the cook seemed unusual.
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Nell Salzman, Chicago Tribune, 18 Apr. 2025
The Orlando Museum of Art’s annual Florida Prize exhibition returns for its 11th year, highlighting the talents and work of 10 artists living in the Sunshine State.
—Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 18 Apr. 2025
The receiver undoubtedly has first-round talent, but there are a couple reasons why Burden isn't a lock to go on day one.
—Bryce Lazenby, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Apr. 2025
Walker is a jack-of-all trades talent who will provide Carolina a player to build the defense around.
—Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 18 Apr. 2025
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Nell Salzman, Chicago Tribune, 18 Apr. 2025
The Orlando Museum of Art’s annual Florida Prize exhibition returns for its 11th year, highlighting the talents and work of 10 artists living in the Sunshine State.
—Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 18 Apr. 2025
The receiver undoubtedly has first-round talent, but there are a couple reasons why Burden isn't a lock to go on day one.
—Bryce Lazenby, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Apr. 2025
Walker is a jack-of-all trades talent who will provide Carolina a player to build the defense around.
—Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 18 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for talent
Noun
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Because some teams, roles and individuals may have natural aptitudes for different setups.—
Eric Hutto,
Forbes.com,
16 Apr. 2025
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And that team happens to desperately need a player like Luka, with not just great basketball aptitude but with presence and personality – star power!—
Mirjam Swanson,
Orange County Register,
6 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Grapevine has a flurry of talent including junior catcher Gianni Corral, an uncommitted recruit who was previously committed to Texas A&M. Outfielder Zachary Goldstein, also a junior, is a scrappy speedster with a knack for getting on base.—
Charles Baggarly,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
18 Apr. 2025
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Born and raised in a Nigerian household in the U.K., Adepoju, 29, grew up with a knack for restitching thrift store finds into unique pieces.—
Simone Melvin,
Forbes.com,
15 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Absent legislative action, the estate and gift tax exemption will revert to approximately $7 million per person in 2026 (down from nearly $14 million in 2025).—
Matthew F. Erskine,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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Scroll on for some of the best gifts for moms ready to be wrapped and passed for Mother's Day.—
Jennifer Hussein,
Allure,
13 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The 2025 version sticks with the mountain theme but adds some flair.—
David Faris,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 Apr. 2025
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Functionality with a side of flair.—
Lauren Jones,
Southern Living,
12 Apr. 2025
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“Talent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/talent. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.
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