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being able is not in our dictionary (yet). Here's what it could mean:

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  • Possessing the necessary power, resources, skill, or opportunity to perform an action.

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“There’s nothing now holding us back from being able to move very quickly,” White told analysts.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

He continues to like the business for being able to grow its Ebitda after exiting its restructuring limbo.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

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  • equipped to
  • having the capacity
  • up to the task

Possible Antonyms

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  • out of one's depth
  • lacking the means

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