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as in expert
a person with a high level of knowledge or skill in a field
a master at chess
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as in winner
one that defeats an enemy or opponent
little did the tennis pro know that his new student would someday become his master
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as in leader
the person (as an employer or supervisor) who tells people and especially workers what to do
I'm the master of this operation, and you'll do what I say
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as in main
coming before all others in importance
thought of themselves as belonging to humanity's master race
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as in skilled
having or showing exceptional knowledge, experience, or skill in a field of endeavor
a master craftsman who makes fine wood furniture of his own designs
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as in to defeat
to achieve a victory over
finally mastered her longtime opponent at chess
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as in to learn
to acquire complete knowledge, understanding, or skill in
I think I've mastered algebra at last
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Recent Examples of master
Thor Svaboe, Robb Report, 2 Feb. 2026
Sean Lake, an attorney representing the master developer of the site, said several dealerships have toured the site and expressed interest.
—Maritza Dominguez, AZCentral.com, 2 Feb. 2026
Esther Mobley, SFChronicle.com, 12 Nov. 2020
There is a private entrance to the master suite and office, a large guest suite with a bathroom and an ADU with a separate entry on the lower level.
—oregonlive, 27 June 2020
Beth Herman, Boston Herald, 6 Feb. 2026
What do collecting old editions of Dungeons & Dragons monster manuals, securing the same tailgate spot for over 20 years and mastering yoga postures have in common?
—Emily Messina, The Conversation, 6 Feb. 2026
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Noun
First conceived by Abraham-Louis Breguet in 1795, the sympathique clock was a way to automatically synchronize a portable pocket watch with a more precise master clock.
—Thor Svaboe, Robb Report, 2 Feb. 2026
Sean Lake, an attorney representing the master developer of the site, said several dealerships have toured the site and expressed interest.
—Maritza Dominguez, AZCentral.com, 2 Feb. 2026
Adjective
The new board will comprise 11 master sommeliers, plus four non-master sommelier members.
—Esther Mobley, SFChronicle.com, 12 Nov. 2020
There is a private entrance to the master suite and office, a large guest suite with a bathroom and an ADU with a separate entry on the lower level.
—oregonlive, 27 June 2020
Verb
In the end, success on the professional tennis court is about mastering the ability to focus on your game, fitness and strategy.
—Beth Herman, Boston Herald, 6 Feb. 2026
What do collecting old editions of Dungeons & Dragons monster manuals, securing the same tailgate spot for over 20 years and mastering yoga postures have in common?
—Emily Messina, The Conversation, 6 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for master
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Wright has hinted more orders could be coming this year, which experts say could continue inflating customer bills around the nation.—
Ella Nilsen,
CNN Money,
5 Feb. 2026
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The rival bids have drawn scrutiny from antitrust experts and lawmakers, who worry that either death could reduce competition in an entertainment industry already dominated by streaming giants.—
Claire Carter,
The Washington Examiner,
5 Feb. 2026
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Mega Millions and Powerball jackpot winners can decide on cash or annuity payment within 60 days after becoming entitled to the prize.—
Staff Reports,
The Providence Journal,
7 Feb. 2026
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Paris, a record six-time World Cup winner in Bormio, earned a bronze medal in what is his fifth Olympics.—
Paulina Dedaj,
FOXNews.com,
7 Feb. 2026
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The Chinese leader’s comments were made privately in 2024.—
Stephanie Yang,
CNN Money,
4 Feb. 2026
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The news that the complaint was deemed not credible and of the allegations within the complaint comes from a new letter given to the top leaders in the Senate and House Intelligence committees.—
Molly Parks,
The Washington Examiner,
4 Feb. 2026
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White actually carried main voice Terry Gannon through parts of the broadcast.—
John Cherwa,
Los Angeles Times,
7 Feb. 2026
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Shah’s daughter, Smita Shah, is a finance committee vice chair for Stratton’s main campaign fund, Juliana for Illinois.—
Rick Pearson,
Chicago Tribune,
7 Feb. 2026
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That said, Klint Kubiak does have a huge ace in the hole with the most skilled offensive player on the field in the league’s leading receiver, Jaxon Smith-Njigba.—
Hank Gola,
New York Daily News,
6 Feb. 2026
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The contest was a great battle between two very skilled teams.—
Steve Fryer,
Oc Register,
5 Feb. 2026
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In 2022, Horvath won her supervisorial seat, defeating former Assembly Speaker Bob Hertzberg, a political veteran.—
David Zahniser,
Los Angeles Times,
7 Feb. 2026
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Landsman, a Cincinnati Democrat, defeated Sonza 54% to 46% in 2024.—
Erin Glynn,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
7 Feb. 2026
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Advertisement Continuing to measure those risks will face challenges going forward as AI models increasingly learn to game safety tests, the report says.—
Harry Booth,
Time,
3 Feb. 2026
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Paradigm has hired veteran Talent Agent Dan Baron, along with longtime TV Lit agent Chase Northington, Deadline has learned.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
3 Feb. 2026
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The new Ackerman program at UT will house the Rosenthal-Levy scholars program, which is also available to University of Florida students enrolled at their institution’s Hamilton School.—
Lily Kepner,
Austin American Statesman,
4 Feb. 2026
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Trump has shifted Washington’s approach to Beijing away from a great-power struggle and toward a more transactional relationship centered around trade and tech competition, a Brookings scholar wrote.—
Alexander Onukwue,
semafor.com,
4 Feb. 2026
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