ingenuity
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Kate and Hal were defined by the grit and ingenuity that made them successful in a crisis.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026
I appreciate his ingenuity in saying the food in his fridge went bad due to the fallen limb, but it’s a stretch to get to $6,000.
From MarketWatch • May 28, 2026
More than that, I believe it’s a teachable skill — one built on generations of ingenuity, adaptation and care.
From Salon • May 12, 2026
This passion is rooted in the frugality of my youth when money was scarce and I was rich with ingenuity.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 2, 2026
I was hoping that Denna would be impressed by my ingenuity, but she seemed distracted by the scene below.
From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss
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