strong suit
Americannoun
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Bridge. a long suit that contains high cards.
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Also called strong point. one's most highly developed characteristic, talent, or skill; forte.
Patience is not his strong suit.
Etymology
Origin of strong suit
First recorded in 1860–65
Example Sentences
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Academics are not your strong suit - your strengths lie elsewhere.
From BBC
Delivering off-the-cuff banter in reaction to news of the moment — a requirement for morning TV news — was not his strong suit.
From Los Angeles Times
And foreign policy is not generally considered the strong suit of Labour's main current foe, Reform UK.
From BBC
In his video, Rourke admitted the business end of his business has never been his strong suit.
From Los Angeles Times
Qualifying has always been my strong suit, my best.
From BBC
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