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capable

[kay-puh-buhl] / ˈkeɪ pə bəl /


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“No nation, even one as capable and confident as ours, can safeguard them alone,” said Amin Nasser, chief executive of Saudi’s oil giant ARAMCO.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 13, 2026

A material capable of addressing oxidative stress, inflammation, and bacteria could therefore offer several advantages in wound care.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 12, 2026

Tracey Campbell, of Rett UK, said Romi had been dismissed in many areas of her life and she wanted to prove she was capable.

From BBC ● Oct. 12, 2026

He said the European push to take more responsibility for its defence was making the alliance tougher and more capable.

From Barron's ● Oct. 12, 2026

I scoff miserably, “You’d be surprised what I’m capable of. I know I am.”

From "Split the Sky" by Marie Arnold




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