knack

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During his 19 seasons as a Gonzaga assistant, he developed a knack for spotting international talent and developing it stateside.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026

Styles has a knack for radiating charm, honed after years in the spotlight as a musician, and now with some notable acting roles under his belt, he’s more than primed for the stage.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 15, 2026

As the filmmaker behind the acclaimed “Won’t You Be My Neighbor?” and “20 Feet from Stardom,” Neville has a well-honed knack for getting to the heart of our most cherished stories.

From Salon • Feb. 27, 2026

Pettit has a knack for churning out gold medalists as often as Juilliard graduates first-chair violinists.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 11, 2026

I wanted her knack for seeing the good in things.

From "Wish" by Barbara O'Connor