wits -
Mental sharpness and inventiveness; keen intelligence.
In order not to be detected, the spy had to live very moment by his wits, making sure a random mistake might reveal his true identity.
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rectify -
To make something right, especially by removing errors or mistakes made previously.
At the scene of the accident, he tried to rectify the result of his careless driving by apologizing, but the owner of the other car was too upset to listen.
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refine -
To make something better or more precise by removing flaws, errors, or unwanted elements.
He spent years working to refine his painting skills, mastering the techniques of light and shadow.
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ferret -
To search out, discover, and bring to light through persistent and determined investigation
"Through logic and perseverance I will ferret out the criminal who committed this crime", Sherlock Holmes said to Watson.
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glean -
To extract or derive meaning, knowledge, or insight from various sources, often in a careful or detailed way.
She managed to glean a sense of her good friend's feelings from the small clues in her words and actions.
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maneuver -
A strategic or clever action — used to gain an advantage in a situation, especially in politics or negotiations.
The army conducted a large-scale maneuver to test their new defense strategy.
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wizard -
A person who is exceptionally skilled or clever at something; or a man who practices magic; a magician.
He’s a real wizard when it comes to fixing cars—there's nothing he can’t handle.
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delve -
To research or make painstaking inquiries into something
In his research for his book about George Washington, the author delved into the details of his life and presidency.
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repertoire -
The range of skills, techniques, or knowledge that someone is capable of performing or using.
As a chef, she had an impressive repertoire of recipes, ranging from traditional dishes to innovative creations.
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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.
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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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logistics -
The detailed planning and coordination of complex operations, such as transportation, supply chains, or event management.
The company hired a team to handle the complex logistics of delivering products nationwide.
