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capable

[key-puh-buhl] / ˈkeɪ pə bəl /


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Their findings suggest that decision making begins much earlier in the brain than traditional theories propose, offering fresh ideas for designing future AI systems that are more capable and far more energy efficient.

From Science Daily Jul. 13, 2026

Mexico lacked game-changing players capable of breaking down tight defenses — the role Hirving Lozano played in 2018 or Giovani Dos Santos in 2014.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 12, 2026

But a democracy also depends on making room for new voices and ensuring that those in positions of immense responsibility remain capable of carrying out the demands of the job.

From Salon Jul. 12, 2026

“We are capable of doing everything else ourselves.”

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 11, 2026

She could not understand it and did not suspect us of being capable of a trick because we were so young.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock




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