1
as in ability
mental skill or quickness
the ambassador showed great dexterity in his handling of the touchy situation
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as in agility
ease and grace in physical activity
the juggler needed lots of dexterity in order to keep all five balls in the air at the same time
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Recent Examples of dexterity
There’s a playful and almost promiscuous energy to the way Koepp keeps pairing his characters off, in new and surprising configurations, and the actors all rise to the challenge with astonishing dexterity.
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Justin Chang, The New Yorker, 12 Mar. 2025
Reintroduce User-Friendly Packaging: Manufacturers should explore designs that incorporate child-resistant features and include easy-open mechanisms for users of all ages, including those with dexterity or vision issues.
—Bill Schiffmiller, Forbes, 28 Feb. 2025
For such a short awards show, the absences of Smart (away on a project) and Short (sick with COVID) felt heavy, especially given their humor and dexterity in public speaking.
—William Earl, Variety, 24 Feb. 2025
The dexterity in the right side of his body has returned.
—Ken Rosenthal, New York Times, 17 Apr. 2025
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Justin Chang, The New Yorker, 12 Mar. 2025
Reintroduce User-Friendly Packaging: Manufacturers should explore designs that incorporate child-resistant features and include easy-open mechanisms for users of all ages, including those with dexterity or vision issues.
—Bill Schiffmiller, Forbes, 28 Feb. 2025
For such a short awards show, the absences of Smart (away on a project) and Short (sick with COVID) felt heavy, especially given their humor and dexterity in public speaking.
—William Earl, Variety, 24 Feb. 2025
The dexterity in the right side of his body has returned.
—Ken Rosenthal, New York Times, 17 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dexterity
Noun
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In today’s dynamic climate of work, career success often depends on your ability to adapt, grow, and make smart choices when the path forward is unclear.—
Amanda Miller Littlejohn,
Forbes.com,
29 Apr. 2025
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Ashwagandha is enjoying a moment in the wellness spotlight, with a 254% increase in Google searches around its ability to improve sleep during the past few months.—
Fiona Embleton,
Glamour,
29 Apr. 2025
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They are known for their agility, curiosity, and intelligence and often inhabit jungle areas near resorts.—
Lydia Patrick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 May 2025
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But each platform brings moving goal posts: ever-changing algorithms, unique content requirements and operational demands, requiring agility and evolving teams.—
Dani Nadel,
Forbes.com,
8 May 2025
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Meanwhile, his closest associate, Laurent, is the true expert con artist but uses his swindling prowess for good, screwing over only the rich assholes who deserve it.—
Eric Vilas-Boas,
Vulture,
2 May 2025
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Jones went off the board next, courtesy of the Baltimore Ravens, an organization long revered for its drafting prowess.—
Michael Silver,
New York Times,
29 Apr. 2025
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Alabama is still Alabama, with plenty of talent on hand and a coach who has won everywhere he’s been.—
Seth Emerson,
New York Times,
30 Apr. 2025
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Listen to this article 2 min Kate Middleton demonstrated a hidden talent while on a royal trip to Scotland with her husband, Prince William.—
Elizabeth Stanton,
FOXNews.com,
30 Apr. 2025
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At their best, Harden and the supporting cast have the defensive mettle and catch-and-shoot proficiency to force Game 7.—
Steven Louis Goldstein,
New York Times,
1 May 2025
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Advanced platforms allow healthcare providers to simulate thousands of case variations, improving proficiency before ever treating a live patient.—
Sol Rashidi,
Forbes.com,
30 Apr. 2025
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Be persistent and patient Setting boundaries, especially in a demanding work culture, requires flexibility, courage, and finesse.—
Melody Wilding,
CNBC,
30 Apr. 2025
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The Dolphins’ new three-year plan, despite doubt about the futures of coach Mike McDaniel and general manager Chris Grier, should include moving away from the speedy, flashy, finesse, high-scoring offensive approach and trying to get into the mud a lot more.—
Chris Perkins,
Sun Sentinel,
21 Apr. 2025
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However, regardless of his aptitude for the sport, Agassi is unlikely to be pursuing full-time pro status anytime soon.—
Amy Woodyatt,
CNN Money,
1 May 2025
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Prior to his seventh birthday, Prince Louis seemingly showed his own aptitude for photography.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
23 Apr. 2025
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This competence is rooted in the brand’s history as a pioneer in titanium and ceramic watches and reflected in the choice of Ceratanium® as a case material for two of the new watches.—
Fairchild Studio,
Footwear News,
2 May 2025
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Darlow’s competence has only shone a light on the fragility Meslier played with.—
Beren Cross,
New York Times,
1 May 2025
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“Dexterity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dexterity. Accessed 11 May. 2025.
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