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canny - Having or showing shrewdness and good judgment, especially in money or business matters

Billionaire Richard Branson became successful by possessing a canny business sense and strong work ethic.

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outsmart - To gain an advantage over somebody by acting smarter than they are

The robber outsmarted the bank and police by drilling into the bank vault from the sewer system.

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strategic - Acting carefully according to a plan in order to achieve a particular goal

During the press conference, the mayor made sure he answered the questions strategically rather than just emotionally.

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nifty - Particularly good, skillful, or effective

Gene Kelly delighted audiences with his nifty footwork in his musicals.

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clarity - The ability to think about or understand something clearly

Discussions during group therapy helped Max have greater clarity about the challenges that confronted him.

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demystify - To make something easier to understand

Louis Pasteur demystified why people would get sick, by describing little beings called bacteria that were the cause.

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diligent - Showing care and effort in one's work or duties

The teacher was sure that Max would do well on the law boards because Max was so diligent in his tests and papers.

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ingenious - Demonstrating exceptional intelligence, originality, or resourcefulness.

She came up with an ingenious way to organize her small apartment using closets.

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probe - Physically explore or examine (something) with the hands or an instrument

For men, getting a prostate exam can involve a doctor probing their body in an uncomfortable procedure.

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credibility - The quality and ability to inspire belief and trust.

A verified source increases the credibility of a news report.

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subtle - Clever and indirect in approach or meaning.

The movie used subtle humor rather than loud, obvious jokes.

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probe - A blunt-ended surgical instrument used for exploring a wound or part of the body

A probe is used by doctors for various procedures when they need to examine a patient's body.