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as in expert
a person with a high level of knowledge or skill in a field
took a few lessons with a tennis ace to improve his backhand
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2
as in shred
a very small amount
not an ace of truth in what she said
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as in inch
a very small distance or degree
came within an ace of being chosen for the part
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as in skilled
having or showing exceptional knowledge, experience, or skill in a field of endeavor
an ace computer programmer
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as in to practise
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Recent Examples of ace
Chris Biderman, Sacbee.com, 27 Sep. 2025
In 2018, Cardi B aced just about every aspect of her first career album rollout.
—Andrew Unterberger, Billboard, 25 Sep. 2025
Christina Dugan Ramirez , Larry Fink, FOXNews.com, 1 Oct. 2025
Colbie Adams recorded five aces, seven kills, an assist and a dig, while Riley Hanlon had eight aces, five kills and five assists as Calvary Chapel (9-1) topped Cathedral 3-0 in nonleague action.
—Brendan Connelly, Boston Herald, 30 Sep. 2025
George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Aug. 2025
Emphasise using your ace cards over working on your weaknesses.
—Jodie Cook, Forbes.com, 11 Aug. 2025
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Noun
Others, like ace Luis Severino weren’t afraid to share their feelings.
—Chris Biderman, Sacbee.com, 27 Sep. 2025
In 2018, Cardi B aced just about every aspect of her first career album rollout.
—Andrew Unterberger, Billboard, 25 Sep. 2025
Adjective
Any woman who can be doing this having had seven kids is an ace in my book.
—Christina Dugan Ramirez , Larry Fink, FOXNews.com, 1 Oct. 2025
Colbie Adams recorded five aces, seven kills, an assist and a dig, while Riley Hanlon had eight aces, five kills and five assists as Calvary Chapel (9-1) topped Cathedral 3-0 in nonleague action.
—Brendan Connelly, Boston Herald, 30 Sep. 2025
Verb
She be accompanied by a five-piece group, led by ace pianist Sullivan Fortner, that includes Dušan Balarin on theorbo, a bass flute that has 14 strings and can measure more than six feet from end to end.
—George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Aug. 2025
Emphasise using your ace cards over working on your weaknesses.
—Jodie Cook, Forbes.com, 11 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ace
Noun
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Some states have instituted requirements for websites with adult or pornographic content to verify visitors' age before granting access, although tech experts have pointed out VPNs can be used to get around those guardrails.—
Arpan Lobo,
Freep.com,
4 Oct. 2025
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The Asheville Citizen Times asked a public policy expert about the shutdown.—
Dinah Voyles Pulver,
USA Today,
3 Oct. 2025
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After all, that warped sitcom spoof has to be one of the most genuinely demented things to ever air, without a shred of warning and in the middle of the night, on cable TV.—
A.A. Dowd,
Vulture,
3 Oct. 2025
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The film’s devastating revelations of intimate betrayals dispel nostalgia and sentiment down to the last shreds.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
26 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Even 6 inches of moving water can pose a serious risk of knocking you off your feet.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
4 Oct. 2025
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This came after higher-than-average rainfall levels to start the summer, including nearly 4 inches above normal in July, per the NWS, with record-breaking rainfall on July 28, the Free Press reported.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
Freep.com,
3 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Can Skjei, who’s skilled but had a nightmare first season in Nashville, bounce back?—
Harman Dayal,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
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But in addition to his reputation as a womanizer, Casanova was also a con man, a skilled liar who came from a family of actors and who over the course of his life manipulated and tricked countless people to maintain wealth and status.—
Roxana Hadadi,
Vulture,
6 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Hearing about a shoe designer getting more attention than a professional athlete, Boyle remembered his own company’s involvement with a master of the craft.—
Ian Servantes,
Footwear News,
7 Oct. 2025
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This Levoit is down 30%, and a master of hair and fur removal.—
Kate McGregor,
Architectural Digest,
7 Oct. 2025
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All but the Red Wings changed coaches, with the Rangers making the biggest splash by hiring Mike Sullivan, a two-time Cup coach with the Penguins and bench boss for Team USA at the 2026 Winter Olympics.—
Rob Rossi,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
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The moss brings a splash of color that maintains a sophisticated and minimalist quality, while keeping a space from becoming whitewashed.—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
6 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The Los Angeles Dodgers celebrated a two-game lead over the Phillies in the National League Division Series, and as Turner neared the dugout steps, the anger returned.—
Matt Gelb,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
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Where to stay On the main island of Onna, 355-room Halekulani Okinawa faces a mile of sparkling turquoise waters and is steps away from Busena Marine Park, the only underwater observatory tower in Okinawa.—
Kristin Braswell,
AFAR Media,
7 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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With the technology becoming increasingly adept at creating convincing crowd scenes, manipulating visuals has never been easier.—
Chloe Veltman,
NPR,
3 Oct. 2025
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Both Reinsve and Skarsgård give towering performances that will not be denied at Oscar time (for Best Actress and Supporting Actor, respectively), given that Neon, which bought the film at Cannes 2024 before production, is adept at playing the awards game.—
Anne Thompson,
IndieWire,
2 Oct. 2025
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“Ace.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ace. Accessed 10 Oct. 2025.
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