as in virtuoso
accomplished with trained ability
with an adroit flick of the wrist, flipped the omelet into the air and landed it squarely back in the pan
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as in prowess
mental skill or quickness
shows a remarkable adroitness in identifying birds the moment they land at the feeder
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as in skill
subtle or imaginative ability in inventing, devising, or executing something
with the adroitness of a magician, she twisted the balloons into the shape of a monkey
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Recent Examples of adroit
David L. Coddon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 June 2023
Six months ago, his historic landslide victory was widely lauded, viewed as the triumph of a politically adroit change-maker whose centrist policies had swept him to power.
—Dan Bilefsky, New York Times, 7 May 2023
The Premonitions Bureau, an adroit debut from the New Yorker staff writer Sam Knight, draws us into a world not-that-far-gone in which psychic phenomena were yet untamed by science and uncanny sensations still whispered of the supernatural, of cosmic secrets.
—Ian Beacock, The New Republic, 25 Aug. 2022
Both men were adroit in working the local political system, each was fixated on focal sepsis as the cause of psychosis, and each came to lose his capacity for objectivity in the pursuit of his goal.
—Neuroskeptic, Discover Magazine, 11 Jan. 2015
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Adjective
These mother-and-son exchanges rinse and repeat in the first stages of the storytelling, under the adroit direction of Rob Lutfy, mingling tension and absurdity.
—David L. Coddon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 June 2023
Six months ago, his historic landslide victory was widely lauded, viewed as the triumph of a politically adroit change-maker whose centrist policies had swept him to power.
—Dan Bilefsky, New York Times, 7 May 2023
The Premonitions Bureau, an adroit debut from the New Yorker staff writer Sam Knight, draws us into a world not-that-far-gone in which psychic phenomena were yet untamed by science and uncanny sensations still whispered of the supernatural, of cosmic secrets.
—Ian Beacock, The New Republic, 25 Aug. 2022
Both men were adroit in working the local political system, each was fixated on focal sepsis as the cause of psychosis, and each came to lose his capacity for objectivity in the pursuit of his goal.
—Neuroskeptic, Discover Magazine, 11 Jan. 2015
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for adroit
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She’s been a celebrity go-to for years—lending her undetectable blending, illuminating, and accentuating prowess to the likes of Jennifer Aniston and Cameron Diaz for year; and now, somehow managing to distill her artistry in a line of products that feel expert, yes, but shockingly approachable.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
23 May 2025
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In addition to her prowess at finding the net in soccer, Nelson is adept at hitting balls over the net as a tennis player.—
Steve Millar,
Chicago Tribune,
23 May 2025
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Critical leadership skills can be learned through the creative and joyful act of reading children’s books.—
Esther K. Choy,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2025
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Eight of Pentacles: This is a month to hone your skills and refine your craft, as Mercury’s journey through Aquarius should sharpen your focus until the 14th.—
Meghan Rose,
Glamour,
1 June 2025
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These additional components underscore the importance of music, movement, libations, skillful presentation, and audience participation to masquerade more broadly.—
Chadd Scott,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2025
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Who lives and who dies depends on a slew of variable factors: Where they are tried, how skillful their attorneys are, the whims of prosecutors, quirks in the law, the dispositions of judges and jurors, and what victims want.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
11 Apr. 2025
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Urban mobility—the ability of people and goods to move around efficiently sits at the center of this challenge.—
Hemanth Volikatla,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2025
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The ability to force Duo responses to act on active HTML opened up new attack avenues.—
Dan Goodin,
ArsTechnica,
23 May 2025
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Elie’s masterful survey is a group portrait of artists and their fellow travelers who participated during a bloody crossroads in American life, when Ronald Reagan’s ascension to the White House in 1980 collapsed the walls between church and state, sparking a counterrevolution across the arts.—
Marc Weingarten,
Los Angeles Times,
22 May 2025
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The series is being produced by Science Saru, which previously worked on anime series like Devilman Crybaby, Star Wars Visions, and Scott Pilgrim Takes Off, and it's been praised by fans and critics alike for its stunning production values, touching storytelling, and masterful animation.—
Oliver Brandt,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 May 2025
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At the Democrat-Gazette, Dustin has cultivated strong connections within the local arts and entertainment community and finds joy in spotlighting the creative talents and inspiring stories of the region.—
Dustin Staggs,
Arkansas Online,
25 May 2025
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If neither of the former are viable, then at the very least jot a note through email or InMail to the hiring manager (i.e., the person to whom the role reports) and/or talent acquisition manager internal to the company.—
Rebecca Fraser-Thill,
Forbes.com,
24 May 2025
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Subscribe to the Life Kit newsletter for expert advice on love, money, relationships and more.—
Brittney Melton,
NPR,
21 May 2025
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There won’t be a tipping point, because the other side is too expert at lying.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
18 May 2025
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Bournemouth had been preparing for Torres to start and knowing the Spain defender’s proficiency in possession, Iraola allowed Konsa to have the first pass before pressing.—
Jacob Tanswell,
New York Times,
14 May 2025
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Languages: English, Portuguese and Spanish, limited proficiency in Chinese and French.—
Pat Maio,
Oc Register,
9 May 2025
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“Adroit.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adroit. Accessed 5 Jun. 2025.
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