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as in craft
an occupation requiring skillful use of the hands
one of the country's finest practitioners of the art of cabinetmaking
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as in skill
subtle or imaginative ability in inventing, devising, or executing something
while some people see it simply as mindless fun or exercise, there is an art to skateboarding
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Recent Examples of art
After too long a decline, someone needs to make the storied, necessary art of the live album alive again.
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David Browne, Rolling Stone, 13 Sep. 2025
The remodel of the former office building included the construction of about 30 traditional classrooms, art rooms with kilns, science labs, a band room, gymnasium and cafeteria, McGlynn said.
—Mars King, Twin Cities, 13 Sep. 2025
Making some art, eating some really good food, and then ending with a sunset at Blacks Beach.
—Lisa Deaderick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Sep. 2025
His art has reached wide audiences through various creative projects and collaborations, and now his work hangs alongside that of other contemporary artists in a space designed not just to display paintings, but to spark connection.
—William Jones, USA Today, 12 Sep. 2025
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David Browne, Rolling Stone, 13 Sep. 2025
The remodel of the former office building included the construction of about 30 traditional classrooms, art rooms with kilns, science labs, a band room, gymnasium and cafeteria, McGlynn said.
—Mars King, Twin Cities, 13 Sep. 2025
Making some art, eating some really good food, and then ending with a sunset at Blacks Beach.
—Lisa Deaderick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Sep. 2025
His art has reached wide audiences through various creative projects and collaborations, and now his work hangs alongside that of other contemporary artists in a space designed not just to display paintings, but to spark connection.
—William Jones, USA Today, 12 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for art
Noun
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Ukraine's air force said Russia launched 142 drones into the country overnight into Monday morning, of which around 100 were Shahed strike drones and the rest decoy craft.—
David Brennan,
ABC News,
8 Sep. 2025
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HoneyBee Sage's signature brewed teas and alcohol-free craft cocktails will be available.—
La Risa R. Lynch,
jsonline.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Martin’s energy onstage always skyrockets and his performance skills are undiminished.—
Melissa Ruggieri,
USA Today,
8 Sep. 2025
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Alfons Freij is a mobile defenceman with enough puck skill to impress, but whose decision-making needs improvement before being considered an NHL player.—
Murat Ates,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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The move seeks to turn up the heat on Moscow to end the war in Ukraine, but risks further destabilizing global trade relations.—
Chloe Taylor,Holly Ellyatt,
CNBC,
10 Sep. 2025
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But the Dolphins could offer to pay some of his remaining salary, in order to potentially secure a higher draft pick in a trade.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
10 Sep. 2025
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Also on Sundays, Mauerpark’s Flohmarkt is a sprawling expanse of vendors selling World War II–era memorabilia, vintage glassware, and handicrafts.—
Blane Bachelor,
AFAR Media,
29 Aug. 2025
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As a result of this community building, visitors can explore this welcoming and beautiful space all while purchasing these exquisite handicrafts made by these strong ladies.—
Tiffany Leigh,
Forbes.com,
23 July 2025
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“Art.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/art. Accessed 14 Sep. 2025.
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