Example Sentences

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Job prospects and earnings for people who lack rudimentary language and math skills can be severely limited.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 16, 2026

"Pakistan has traditionally enjoyed a positive reputation for its use of language in bilateral and multilateral negotiations," the former ambassador added, skills that had "come in handy".

From Barron's • Jun. 16, 2026

"He's got good air speed, he swings the ball, he's got great skills, but he charges in and he's got wild celebrations and you can just see that cricket is what he wants to do."

From BBC • Jun. 15, 2026

Applicants can specify their preferred location, their special skills and whether they would like to volunteer for the Olympics or Paralympics.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 15, 2026

“You’re just the person I came to see, but it seems you found me first. Have you acquired skills of prognostication, like our friend Madame Ionesco?”

From "The Interrupted Tale" by Maryrose Wood