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shrewd [ʃruːd] ADJ

2. shrewd:

shrewd
可能正确的 kěnéng zhèngquè de
▶ shrewdly ADV
▶ shrewdness N

readiness [ˈredınıs] N

sweetness [ˈswiːtnıs] N

goodness [ˈgʊdnıs] N

loudness N

preparedness [prıˈpeərıdnıs] N

shrew [ʃruː] N

highness [ˈhaınıs] N

holiness [ˈhəʊlınıs] N

1. holiness REL:

holiness
神圣 shénshèng

idleness [ˈaıdlnıs] N

likeness [ˈlaıknıs] N

sickness [ˈsıknıs] N

2. sickness:

sickness
弊病 bìbìng

weakness N

2. weakness:

weakness
弱点 ruòdiǎn

wellness [ˈwelnıs] N

governess [ˈgʌvənıs] N

thickness [ˈθıknıs] N

happiness [ˈhæpınıs] N

eyewitness [ˈaıˈwıtnıs] N

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He was known for his arrogance and shrewdness that he used to rule his subjects.
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The word hakkiilo (hakkille) meaning intelligence, foresight and common sense, conveys a blending of prudence and shrewdness in livelihood management and face to face encounters.
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But the apparently casual silliness derives from great theatrical shrewdness.
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When she died in 1727, she left her daughter a large estate, attesting to her shrewdness and skill as a businessperson.
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Impressed by his resolve and shrewdness, she reveals herself and tells him what he needs to know in order to win back his kingdom.
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His rationality and shrewdness are also remembered by his critics as extending even to cold, plutocratic detachment or avarice.
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He is a soldier-merchant, and unites the gallantry of the one with the shrewdness of the other.
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It was these flaws, as well as his lack of shrewdness and diplomatic skill, that led to his failures.
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Alike in style, in clearness of matter and in shrewdness, they deserve very high praise.
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A captain's knowledge of the complexities of cricket strategy and tactics, and shrewdness in the field, may contribute significantly to the team's success.
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