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proficiency

[pruh-fish-uhn-see] / prəˈfɪʃ ən si /


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And the number of truck drivers has been constrained in recent months by new federal rules enforcing English-language proficiency and narrowing the pool of immigrants eligible for non-domiciled commercial driver’s licenses.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

Don’t feel that you have to have reached a certain proficiency before you start reaching out to others.

From Science Daily • May 22, 2026

Behind it all are tens of thousands of hours of handcrafted proficiency.

From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026

Analysts told AFP the manoeuvres displayed certain technical advancements and growing proficiency with dual-use weapons, designed for both nuclear and conventional roles.

From Barron's • Apr. 27, 2026

There are four parts: an obstacle course that assesses your physical condition, a written tactics exam, a test of weapons proficiency, and a simulated combat situation in the Block.

From "Mockingjay" by Suzanne Collins




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