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Discover LudwigThe phrase "able to name a" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when discussing someone's capability to identify or mention something specific.
Example: "She is able to name a few countries that have a tropical climate."
Alternatives: "capable of naming a" or "able to identify a".
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No one ever suffered afflictions without being able to name a witch.
Most British people would not be able to name a single current NFL player.
Mr. Volpe said he expected to be able to name a new sponsor in the next two weeks.
If confirmed, as is expected, Mr. Pitt will be able to name a successor to Mr. Walker.
The new president would be able to name a new S.E.C. chairman if he wished to do so.
Sunderland's new manager, Chris Coleman, would also like to be able to name a strong starting XI.
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"It's always good to be able to name an unchanged team and to build some consistency.
St Helens coach Nathan Brown was able to name an unchanged team for his last match in charge as he prepares to return to Australia with his young family.
Apraxia is the inability to perform useful or skilled actions; apraxic patients may be able to name an object such as a comb or key, but they may not know how to use it.
"It's great to be able to name an unchanged XV and we have been able to achieve consistency of selection in a very competitive squad this campaign," Lancaster said.
"I have never been able to pick my strongest team and I have not been able to name an unchanged side," said Lam. "People highlight the World Cup and the Six Nations, but we have had players unavailable through injury.
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