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as in skillful
having or showing exceptional knowledge, experience, or skill in a field of endeavor
a training course that transformed the former technophobe into the compleat computer geek almost overnight
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as in complete
not lacking any part or member that properly belongs to it
an exhaustive how-to guide for anyone planning the compleat wedding
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for compleat
Adjective
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Newton’s jewels are alive with her mastery of design, composition, skillful use of materials, and an instinct for creating irresistible objects.—
Kyle Roderick,
Forbes.com,
24 Apr. 2025 -
The show’s real draw is its cast, which expands to include Matthew Rhys as a troubled detective, and a skillful adaptation that highlights the glossiest, cleverest elements of classic Christie—and adds a pinch of eros.—
Judy Berman,
Time,
30 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Walt Disney World is gearing up for a fantastic summer, complete with a new nighttime parade at Magic Kingdom, two new shows debuting at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and a slew of new activities for guests at select resorts.—
Megan duBois,
Southern Living,
12 May 2025
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By the time markets closed on Monday, the rebound was complete, with traders actually up from January thanks to the biggest day of gains since tariffs tanked confidence.—
Philip Elliott,
Time,
12 May 2025
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The area’s labor pool can satisfy practically any employer’s requirements, from upper management, technical and office workers to skilled employees for the production line.—
Rohit Arora,
Forbes.com,
10 May 2025
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While patients and providers say teletherapy is effective and easier to get than in-person services, experts in the field noted that teletherapy often requires a skilled mental health practitioner trained to pick up subtle communication cues.—
Phillip Reese,
Los Angeles Times,
9 May 2025
Adjective
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The neighborhoods have never been made whole from those injuries.—
Sarah McCoy,
Hartford Courant,
18 May 2025
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Activities include: Farm Tours: Have fun with the whole family and take a hands-on tour of the Hōkūala farm.—
Roger Sands,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2025
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As the size and complexity of solar assets increased, the provision of proficient O&M and asset management services became imperative for ensuring optimal performance.—
Joern Hackbarth,
Forbes.com,
14 May 2025
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First, is the acknowledgment by the Commission on Innovation and Excellence in Education (the Kirwan Commission) that, per the Maryland Comprehensive Assessment Program (MCAP) 2021 assessment, only 35% of Grade 3-8 students are proficient in English, just 15% in math.—
Reader Commentary,
Baltimore Sun,
13 May 2025
Adjective
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Around 5,000 buildings were destroyed in St. Louis alone, St. Louis Mayor Cara Spencer said in a post on X. Buildings and cars were destroyed, homes are missing entire walls and upper levels of houses and buildings are gone, photos of the disaster show.—
Julia Gomez,
USA Today,
19 May 2025
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Leaning into a freedom or pollinator lawn does not mean digging up one’s entire lawn and reseeding it although that is one option.—
Dawn Pettinelli,
Hartford Courant,
18 May 2025
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This approach ensures not only a solid initial return but also ongoing growth in value as your organization becomes adept at harnessing the full potential of agentic AI.—
Sanjay Gidwani,
Forbes.com,
13 May 2025
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The Chinese have been particularly adept at securing those supply chains, Allain noted.—
Ella Nilsen,
CNN Money,
6 May 2025
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On the other hand, users earn free passes and engagement reward points, which cover the full subscription fee initially paid by Hibe, in return.—
Nia Bowers,
USA Today,
15 May 2025
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Read the full story from the Tribune’s Nara Schoenberg.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
14 May 2025
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“Compleat.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/compleat. Accessed 24 May. 2025.
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