well-versed
adjective
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or well versed
: having knowledge gained by close association, study, or experience : versed
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She is well-versed in the classics.
His star would continue to rise in the blues world, where he became known as an inventive, fiery guitar player well-versed in various shades of the blues.—
Eric Volmers
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Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 27 Sep. 2025
Arango is also well-versed in environmental and sustainable finance initiatives.
—Felipe Arango, Sourcing Journal, 26 Sep. 2025
As the director of programs for global animal rescue group SPCA International, Kalef is well-versed in the transportation of animals.
—Jamie L. Lareau, USA Today, 21 Sep. 2025
Those well-versed in cinematic tropes will know that these two are bound to spend time together outside of the dental office.
—Peter Tonguette, The Washington Examiner, 19 Sep. 2025
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“Well-versed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/well-versed. Accessed 7 Oct. 2025.
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