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acumen

[uh-kyoo-muhn, ak-yuh-] / əˈkju mən, ˈæk jə- /


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The drama has come as a surprise to some who know Walter, who has earned respect for his financial acumen and, despite his purchases of high-profile sports teams, has tended to dodge publicity.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 5, 2026

But his Atlantic City years should have been a cautionary tale for all those who believed his alleged acumen as a businessman could make them rich.

From Salon Aug. 28, 2026

His legal acumen and record now deserve broad GOP support as he’s considered for a promotion.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 16, 2026

It wasn’t previously known that Situational Awareness, known for its acumen in picking AI stocks, had a stake of any size in the company.

From MarketWatch Aug. 12, 2026

Over at the country club, or in enormous corner offices with picture windows that seemed to deserve something more than wide-angle views of scrub brush and mesquite, they confused luck with business acumen.

From "Friday Night Lights: A Town, A Team, And A Dream" by H.G. Bissinger




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