No. 11,178 in French

prouesses

"Feats" or "achievements demonstrating skill or bravery."

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Les prouesses des athlètes lors des Jeux Olympiques sont impressionnantes.
The feats of athletes during the Olympic Games are impressive.
The word 'prouesses' here is used to describe remarkable achievements or actions, particularly in an athletic or performance context.
Il a accompli des prouesses en cuisine que personne n'avait jamais réalisées.
He accomplished feats in cooking that no one had ever achieved.
In this sentence, 'prouesses' refers to extraordinary acts or skills, showcasing remarkable talent or innovation in the culinary field.
Ses prouesses en mathématiques lui ont permis de résoudre ce problème complexe.
His prowess in mathematics allowed him to solve this complex problem.
Here, 'prouesses' is used metaphorically to emphasize the exceptional skills or abilities demonstrated in the realm of mathematics.

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