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canniness

/kænɪnəs/ noun · British & US
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What does canniness mean?

noun

The quality of being clever and cunning; shrewdness. Canniness is often used to describe someone who is able to achieve their goals through clever and resourceful means.

Example

"Her canniness in business allowed her to outmaneuver her competitors and secure a major contract."

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