as in crafts
an occupation requiring skillful use of the hands
one of the country's finest practitioners of the art of cabinetmaking
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Recent Examples of arts
The house is minutes from West Hartford Center, Bishop’s Corner, and downtown Hartford, with access to restaurants, shopping, arts, and major employers.
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Miriam Schwartz, Hartford Courant, 29 Mar. 2026
The multidisciplinary arts center in East Palo Alto is launching its inaugural Sunset Concerts series on May 9 with Pete Escovedo, a percussionist known for his work with Santana, Azteca and his own orchestra.
—Anne Gelhaus, Mercury News, 29 Mar. 2026
Over four hours, the protest will feature speeches from political candidates, multiple community arts projects, music, a 520-foot banner and a dance party on the south, west and east sides of the Statehouse.
—Cate Charron, IndyStar, 28 Mar. 2026
Annick said funding for public arts infrastructure is what kept top talent and businesses in Dallas.
—Devyani Chhetri, Dallas Morning News, 28 Mar. 2026
Wang is now assistant professor of literary arts at Brown University, but still dreams of a life in Italy.
—Julia Buckley, CNN Money, 28 Mar. 2026
For the trend-seeking 20-something-year-olds of Fort Lauderdale, Thrive Art District, a commerce and arts hub near downtown, may be their new oasis.
—Amanda Rosa, Sun Sentinel, 27 Mar. 2026
Daily activities include Western riding lessons (geared toward beginning and intermediate riders), animal and horse science classes, swimming, rock climbing, archery, arts & crafts and outdoor cooking.
—Jessie Dax-Setkus, Oc Register, 22 Mar. 2026
The facility is a state-of-the-art science, technology, engineering, arts and math complex.
—Pioneer Press, Twin Cities, 22 Mar. 2026
Miriam Schwartz, Hartford Courant, 29 Mar. 2026
The multidisciplinary arts center in East Palo Alto is launching its inaugural Sunset Concerts series on May 9 with Pete Escovedo, a percussionist known for his work with Santana, Azteca and his own orchestra.
—Anne Gelhaus, Mercury News, 29 Mar. 2026
Over four hours, the protest will feature speeches from political candidates, multiple community arts projects, music, a 520-foot banner and a dance party on the south, west and east sides of the Statehouse.
—Cate Charron, IndyStar, 28 Mar. 2026
Annick said funding for public arts infrastructure is what kept top talent and businesses in Dallas.
—Devyani Chhetri, Dallas Morning News, 28 Mar. 2026
Wang is now assistant professor of literary arts at Brown University, but still dreams of a life in Italy.
—Julia Buckley, CNN Money, 28 Mar. 2026
For the trend-seeking 20-something-year-olds of Fort Lauderdale, Thrive Art District, a commerce and arts hub near downtown, may be their new oasis.
—Amanda Rosa, Sun Sentinel, 27 Mar. 2026
Daily activities include Western riding lessons (geared toward beginning and intermediate riders), animal and horse science classes, swimming, rock climbing, archery, arts & crafts and outdoor cooking.
—Jessie Dax-Setkus, Oc Register, 22 Mar. 2026
The facility is a state-of-the-art science, technology, engineering, arts and math complex.
—Pioneer Press, Twin Cities, 22 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for arts
crafts
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There will be live music, crafts, face painting and fun zone along with food and drinks for purchase.—
Linda Mcintosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
31 Mar. 2026
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Produce, baked goods, crafts and more.—
Evan Moore
March 30,
Charlotte Observer,
30 Mar. 2026
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“Arts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/arts. Accessed 1 Apr. 2026.
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