1
as in intellect
the ability to learn and understand or to deal with problems
high scores on this test supposedly demonstrate great intelligence
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2
as in information
a report of recent events or facts not previously known
usually received the latest intelligence about how the war was going
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as in wit
exceptional discernment and judgment especially in practical matters
as head of the customer service department, he has handled complaints and disputes with unfailing intelligence and good humor
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Recent Examples of intelligence
Dominick highlights how crop performance, irrigation failures, and equipment maintenance can be monitored instantly, transforming raw data into operational intelligence.
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Jason Phillips, USA Today, 10 Feb. 2026
Ortiz described Rodríguez Torres as a central figure in the transformation of Venezuela’s intelligence services into what human rights groups describe as a repressive apparatus.
—Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 10 Feb. 2026
Semafor is the world’s fastest growing independent news media company that delivers intelligence through its reporting and live convenings.
—Rachel Keidan, semafor.com, 10 Feb. 2026
Tech companies are hurdling toward a goal of artificial general intelligence, or AGI—technology that matches or exceeds human cognitive abilities.
—Jake Angelo, Fortune, 10 Feb. 2026
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Jason Phillips, USA Today, 10 Feb. 2026
Ortiz described Rodríguez Torres as a central figure in the transformation of Venezuela’s intelligence services into what human rights groups describe as a repressive apparatus.
—Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 10 Feb. 2026
Semafor is the world’s fastest growing independent news media company that delivers intelligence through its reporting and live convenings.
—Rachel Keidan, semafor.com, 10 Feb. 2026
Tech companies are hurdling toward a goal of artificial general intelligence, or AGI—technology that matches or exceeds human cognitive abilities.
—Jake Angelo, Fortune, 10 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for intelligence
Noun
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Duncan will recur as Mimir, a cheery fellow from Celtic lands with an expansive intellect, a quick wit and a good head on his shoulders.—
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
30 Jan. 2026
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What came to him naturally was his intellect.—
Kevin Kruse,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
Noun
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This results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and reviewed by an Indiana editor.—
Chris Sims,
IndyStar,
10 Feb. 2026
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Please do not include sensitive information, like the student's grades, GPA or test scores.—
Erick Trevino,
AZCentral.com,
10 Feb. 2026
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Still, don’t be afraid to let your quick wit make a complex topic simple.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
11 Feb. 2026
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Some voters may not respond to his charm and wit.—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
11 Feb. 2026
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This piece leans into the jewelry aspect of watch-making, exuding a sense of opulence perfect for a night out.—
John Monaco,
InStyle,
7 Feb. 2026
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Although many modern artists have used collage to navigate and interpret the impersonal detritus of mass culture, Canty’s work, with its understated sense of place, is quite different.—
Benjamin Lima
Special Contributor,
Dallas Morning News,
7 Feb. 2026
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Meanwhile, social media use has steadily declined since time spent on the platforms peaked in 2022, according to an analysis of the online habits of 250,000 adults in more than 50 countries by the Financial Times and digital audience insights firm GWI.—
Sawdah Bhaimiya,
CNBC,
7 Feb. 2026
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This study also provides crucial insights for future climate models, especially in the context of current concerns over rising carbon dioxide levels.—
Ben Mather,
Space.com,
7 Feb. 2026
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Ask for more info if needed; use intuition if something feels off.—
Tribune Content Agency,
Baltimore Sun,
9 Feb. 2026
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The organization will host four in-person info sessions and 3 office hours to support applicants and answer any questions residents may have.—
Jasmine Arenas,
CBS News,
7 Feb. 2026
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If affordability is today’s most pressing challenge, lawmakers must not confuse volume with wisdom, and instead confront the policies that continue to drive high costs and limit opportunity.—
Carol Platt Liebau,
Hartford Courant,
5 Feb. 2026
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Just as Clinton Edgar Woods saw the wisdom of combining the advantages of gasoline and electric power, so today’s hybrids could serve as a bridge while battery technology and charging infrastructure continue to mature.—
Bill Gourgey,
Popular Science,
5 Feb. 2026
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Cignetti has tapped into a distinctly Hoosier brand of team pride, which proves that his acumen is just as strong off the football field as on it.—
Domenica Bongiovanni,
IndyStar,
28 Jan. 2026
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The guys up at Auburn rave about his intelligence, his football acumen and his work ethic.—
Creg Stephenson | cstephenson@al.com,
al,
20 Jan. 2023
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“Intelligence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intelligence. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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