"We have to develop the ability to look around the corner."
Nor had she developed the ability to see things far enough in advance.
People have been describing each other since they developed the ability to speak.
So gradually we developed the ability to think our thoughts while the body took care of itself.
It should develop their ability to relate to others and work for the common good.
By which is meant that they have developed their ability to focus both senses and mind upon a thought process.
Over the years, she has been developing her abilities to do that.
It just means that you have to develop the ability to say no politely.
He has never developed the ability to make his own decisions.
In order to move around more quickly she developed the ability to roll along the ground at high speeds.