talented

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The individuals who survive and flourish in such a system are sycophants and mediocrities, and those who have learned to navigate the Great Leader’s moods are far from the most qualified, talented or honorable.

From Salon • Apr. 11, 2026

In today’s basketball ecosystem, the most talented prospects tend to receive cradle-to-college coaching and retreat to the comfort of ultra-specialized workouts.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

Growing up in Fort Worth, where many of her friends knew her as Cindy, Cynthia Renee Gandy was a talented athlete who was popular with her classmates.

From Slate • Apr. 6, 2026

Chisora is not the most talented heavyweight of his era, but remained one of British boxing's most reliable ticket sellers.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

“It’s by a great musician named Marvin Gaye. He was very talented but also very troubled. In his song, he says, ‘There’s only three things that’s for sure: taxes, death, and trouble.’”

From "Dragons in a Bag" by Zetta Elliott