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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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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 effect
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Recent Examples of ace
Ava Dicecca, Sun Sentinel, 14 June 2026
The Guardians scratched across three runs (two earned) and five hits against the Tigers’ ace, who missed six weeks after undergoing a procedure to remove a loose body from his left elbow.
—Zack Meisel, New York Times, 14 June 2026
Kelsey Legg, ABC News, 1 May 2026
Peralta has only pitched six innings one time so far this season, not exactly ace-like starts.
—Abbey Mastracco, New York Daily News, 25 Apr. 2026
CBS News, 14 June 2026
That was David in Sandy Springs’ response to last week’s poll gauging your thoughts about the vanishingly slim possibility of the Braves targeting Tigers ace Tarik Skubal in a midseason trade.
—Tyler Estep, AJC.com, 12 June 2026
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Noun
Back-to-back aces for Dalhausser tied the set at eight after a four-point deficit, and the pair battled to another 15-12 victory.
—Ava Dicecca, Sun Sentinel, 14 June 2026
The Guardians scratched across three runs (two earned) and five hits against the Tigers’ ace, who missed six weeks after undergoing a procedure to remove a loose body from his left elbow.
—Zack Meisel, New York Times, 14 June 2026
Adjective
LoveShackFancy x Pottern Barn Another ace collection from Pottery Barn is the store's collaboration with LoveShackFancy, the ultra-feminine design house associated with rosy floral patterns, soft pink and blue color schemes and all things romantic.
—Kelsey Legg, ABC News, 1 May 2026
Peralta has only pitched six innings one time so far this season, not exactly ace-like starts.
—Abbey Mastracco, New York Daily News, 25 Apr. 2026
Verb
The Pirates ace struck out 10, including the side in the fourth and sixth, and gave up four hits with one walk in six innings.
—CBS News, 14 June 2026
That was David in Sandy Springs’ response to last week’s poll gauging your thoughts about the vanishingly slim possibility of the Braves targeting Tigers ace Tarik Skubal in a midseason trade.
—Tyler Estep, AJC.com, 12 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ace
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Big Think+ classes feature world-class experts teaching the topics that matter most, from leadership and innovation to personal growth and health and wellness.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
18 June 2026
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Nonetheless, Ossoff will have to appeal to independents, who will decide the outcome, according to Charles Bullock, a University of Georgia political science professor and expert on Southern politics.—
Jay Stahl,
USA Today,
18 June 2026
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Trump’s appreciation for and emulation of the histrionics of that sport have been much discussed over the years—recall how the late Hulk Hogan ripped his shirt to shreds at the 2024 Republican National Convention to reveal a TRUMP VANCE T-shirt underneath.—
Gal Beckerman,
The Atlantic,
15 June 2026
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The industry has been keeping a close eye on what Koosha and his producer Tom Rogers have been doing — namely, conjuring a movie out of thin air without a single shred of an actor, location, crew member or camera.—
Steven Zeitchik,
HollywoodReporter,
11 June 2026
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The agency said Sanchez-Munoz has brown hair, weighs 184 pounds, is 5 feet 8 inches tall, has a tattoo on his right bicep and acne scars on his face.—
Nathan Pilling,
Kansas City Star,
19 June 2026
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David Grunfeld/The Times-Picayune/The New Orleans Advocate via AP Coni Dubois said several inches of water flooded her home overnight in Houma, southwest of New Orleans, but others in the community had worse damage.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
19 June 2026
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Blending ego and empathy, Chung delivered a skilled performance that may well win over Emmy voters in the supporting actor (drama) category this cycle.—
K.J. Yossman,
Variety,
19 June 2026
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In addition to being a great student, Maddie is a skilled softball player, which her mom Jamie Lynn bragged about in May 2022.—
Sydni Ellis,
PEOPLE,
18 June 2026
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Anhaishuilv Leather Belt Minimalist accessories are trending, and this slim belt nails the look without the luxe price.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
18 June 2026
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That can be tricky, but Fris nailed it.—
Zach Dean OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
18 June 2026
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As Photay, Shornstein—a master synthesist and producer—flits between atmospheric house, dubby breakbeat workouts, and chirping electro funk, building his songs’ arrangements into strange, angular shapes.—
Dash Lewis,
Pitchfork,
16 June 2026
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Your newest home automation systems will come equipped with sensors and jazzy master controls on an iPad.—
Jill Kargman,
Architectural Digest,
16 June 2026
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The splash ended in an instant.—
Kelsey Ables,
The Atlantic,
13 June 2026
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The lines are clean and sharp, the palette muted, approaching grayscale (which makes later splashes of color, like in the gaudy decor of a talk show or the blood-rust-red of a post-apocalyptic sky, pop even more), and motion within the frame is kept to a minimum.—
Jessica Kiang,
Variety,
12 June 2026
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Canada has a chance to take a decisive step toward the knockouts against unfancied Qatar, with all four teams in their group level on 1 point after the Qataris earned a surprise tie with Switzerland.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
19 June 2026
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Journalists were involved in every step of the information gathering, review, editing and publishing process.—
Gabby Sartori,
USA Today,
19 June 2026
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“Ace.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ace. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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