talent
B1Frequent NGSL-2UK /ˈtælənt/US /ˈtælənt/
Meaning
noun
a natural ability to do something well
“The festival showcases the talent of young musicians.”
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“What you have there is a person of extraordinary dedication who found a talent.”
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“Talent and intelligence never yet inoculated anyone against the caprice of the fates.”
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