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
Washington — Tulsi Gabbard survived a crucial Senate Intelligence Committee vote on Tuesday after her nomination to be President Trump's director of national intelligence appeared to be in jeopardy.
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Caitlin Yilek, CBS News, 4 Feb. 2025
Trump also got good news on another controversial nomination, Tulsi Gabbard to serve as director of national intelligence.
—Ted Johnson, Deadline, 4 Feb. 2025
The Senate Intelligence Committee narrowly endorsed Tulsi Gabbard to become director of national intelligence after skeptical Republicans threw their support behind President Donald Trump's controversial nominee to the sensitive Cabinet-level position.
—Josh Meyer, USA TODAY, 4 Feb. 2025
Gabbard, who Trump tapped to be director of national intelligence, later scored a 9-8 win in the Intelligence Committee after picking up the endorsement of Collins, a key moderate who sometimes bucks Trump.
—Dave Goldiner, New York Daily News, 4 Feb. 2025
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Caitlin Yilek, CBS News, 4 Feb. 2025
Trump also got good news on another controversial nomination, Tulsi Gabbard to serve as director of national intelligence.
—Ted Johnson, Deadline, 4 Feb. 2025
The Senate Intelligence Committee narrowly endorsed Tulsi Gabbard to become director of national intelligence after skeptical Republicans threw their support behind President Donald Trump's controversial nominee to the sensitive Cabinet-level position.
—Josh Meyer, USA TODAY, 4 Feb. 2025
Gabbard, who Trump tapped to be director of national intelligence, later scored a 9-8 win in the Intelligence Committee after picking up the endorsement of Collins, a key moderate who sometimes bucks Trump.
—Dave Goldiner, New York Daily News, 4 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for intelligence
Noun
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Lawler’s Suzy is a poignant mass of fierce intellect and crushing vulnerability, of resolute determination and emotional chaos.—
Chad Jones,
The Mercury News,
6 Feb. 2025
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The shows demonstrate the breadth of Merritt’s curiosity, intellect, and playful sensibility, touching on everything from the struggle against nature to an arguably unhealthy obsession with the post-hardcore/emo band My Chemical Romance.—
Daniel Cassady,
ARTnews.com,
21 Jan. 2025
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Chat will again be available in English and Spanish and will have enhanced authentication and verification features to allow customer service representatives to provide more information.—
Kelly Phillips Erb,
Forbes,
4 Feb. 2025
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The information the source supplies must be newsworthy and give readers genuine insight.—
Kate Conger,
New York Times,
4 Feb. 2025
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Despite the initial wave of dissension, Hyun-ju has championed herself as a fan favorite on social media due to her cunning, bravery, wit and relatability.—
Destiny Jackson,
Deadline,
29 Jan. 2025
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Her caustic wit and humor seem unmistakably New York.—
Daniel Foster,
National Review,
23 Jan. 2025
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However, things are looking more settled in 2025, and producers with market nous sense opportunity.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
28 Jan. 2025
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The Hindu family, in other words, will not be coerced into sending their children to the Lutheran school in the sense that they will be tossed into jail if their kids go to the secular school.—
Ian Millhiser,
Vox,
28 Jan. 2025
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Here, experts offer Newsweek some insights into managing the rising costs of pet health care.—
Barbara A. Perry,
Newsweek,
28 Jan. 2025
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Investors will also await the personal consumption expenditures price index — the Fed’s preferred inflation gauge — on Friday, which will offer insights into the health of the U.S. economy.—
Sean Conlon,Sawdah Bhaimiya,
CNBC,
28 Jan. 2025
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Another sneaky tactic is phishing, where scammers trick you into giving away your card info by posing as legitimate companies via emails or fake websites.—
Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report,
Fox News,
26 Jan. 2025
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Happy to meet at your place and discuss, please send me your contact info.—
Jayson Stark,
The Athletic,
23 Jan. 2025
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Art was also full of wisdom with an impeccable memory and mind that was sharp as a tack, right up until the very end.—
Contributed Content,
Twin Cities,
7 Feb. 2025
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With top talents across fashion, beauty, PR, styling, and more sharing their greatest words of wisdom, there’s just so much invaluable advice to absorb.—
Vogue Club,
Vogue,
6 Feb. 2025
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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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But Lord knows, there’s a mountain of acumen and perspicacity or, in plain terms, good horse sense stored in those minds and souls.—
Gordon Monson,
The Salt Lake Tribune,
8 Jan. 2023
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“Intelligence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intelligence. Accessed 9 Feb. 2025.
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