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resourceful

[ri-sawrs-fuhl, -sohrs-, -zawrs-, -zohrs-] / rɪˈsɔrs fəl, -ˈsoʊrs-, -ˈzɔrs-, -ˈzoʊrs- /


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It’s a fast, low-effort way to minimize waste and feel resourceful in the kitchen.

From Salon • May 28, 2026

North Korean women, on the other hand, "are very tough and resilient", Han said, reflecting a widely-held perception of them as hardworking and resourceful breadwinners in a country where everyday life can be incredibly hard.

From BBC • May 22, 2026

Tessa makes for a captivating protagonist, one who is resourceful and resilient, sardonic and defiant: “A live wire, always throwing off sparks,” in the words of one character.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

But teenagers are resourceful, Clark said, and can often circumvent those safeguards.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 17, 2026

Mac Maharaj and Eddie Daniels, both brave and resourceful men, were always hatching plans and discussing possibilities.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela




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