ability

Example Sentences

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Nepalese youth leaders have attributed their victory to their movement's ability to resonate with ordinary citizens.

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

She had 16 in a lower-scoring performance against Texas on Friday, but her imposing defense and ability to move as fluidly as a guard make her a matchup headache for any opponent.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 5, 2026

Reducing their size caused them to lose their ability to confine light.

From Science Daily • Apr. 5, 2026

The U.S. military struck Iraq’s electrical infrastructure during the 1991 Persian Gulf War to undermine the adversary’s ability to command its forces and operate its air defense.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026

“As their governess, the only ability of theirs that concerns me is their ability to make accurate use of the apostrophe,” she retorted.

From "The Unseen Guest" by Maryrose Wood