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acumen

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


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She has established herself as the front-runner of a crowded primary, and that takes real acumen and skill.

From Slate Aug. 4, 2026

Working with clients who are facing imminent death takes more than just financial acumen, however.

From MarketWatch Jul. 17, 2026

He shaped the careers of artists as both a producer and adviser with a mix of financial acumen, taste for popular music across genres and willingness to encourage creative freedom.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 22, 2026

The Tampa Firefighters & Police Officers Pension Fund has outperformed the S&P 500 for more than 50 years, thanks to the investing acumen of its investment firm, Bowen Hanes.

From Barron's Jun. 12, 2026

J. T. once showed his ledgers to the board of directors to prove, as if proof were needed, the extent of his business acumen.

From "Freakonomics: A Rogue Economist Explores the Hidden Side of Everything" by Steven D. Levitt




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