people skills
Britishplural noun
Example Sentences
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The others are critical thinking, agility, business acumen, people skills and professional demeanor.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 24, 2026
“His people skills have improved a lot, and his critical thinking skills,” Reyes said.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 1, 2026
He said AI literacy is important - knowing what it is and does, as well as focusing on your people skills, showing your achievements, and not obsessing over long-term plans.
From BBC ● Apr. 21, 2026
Vitello earned a reputation as a brash, fiery leader with unmatched people skills whose teams toed the line between confident and cocky.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 25, 2025
"Ouch. I give you a compliment, you give me a verbal kick to the face. We are gonna have to seriously review your people skills when all this is over."
From "City of the Plague God" by Sarwat Chadda
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