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up to(verb, phrasal verb, power)
3
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3
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3
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3
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2
OK
2
absolute(adjective, good, correct, right, appropriate)
2
ace(adjective, skilled, qualified, specialized)
2
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2
agile(adjective, capable, skillful, proficient)
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applicable(good, correct, appropriate)
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apposite(adjective, good, correct, right, appropriate)
2
authoritarian(strong, energetic, effective, prevailing, influential)
2
balanced
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bright(adjective, good, cool, keen, sharp)
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canny(adjective, cool, keen, sharp, smart)
2
compatible
2
consummate(adjective, ability, master, talent, good)
2
crafty(adjective, skillful)
2
crisp(adjective, knowledgeable, capable, able, decisive)
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