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The athletes are required to employ all their technical nous to transition efficiently, stripping off reusable 'skins' that give their skis grip for climbing so they can freely ski down two descents.

From Barron's • Feb. 21, 2026

But Cardona Coll showed all his experience to fight back and surge into the lead in an astonishing display of stamina and technical nous on the transition.

From Barron's • Feb. 19, 2026

Spanish world number one Alcaraz struggled in the opening exchanges as 38-year-old Djokovic used his nous to dominate his younger opponent.

From BBC • Feb. 1, 2026

Last year's attempt was ended in the most extraordinary style by Djokovic who, playing through the pain of a torn hamstring, used his nous to baffle Alcaraz and come through a four-set thriller.

From BBC • Jan. 31, 2026

“Two stones are enough. II nous faut seulement la majorité.”

From "The Poisonwood Bible" by Barbara Kingsolver