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as in skillful
having or showing exceptional knowledge, experience, or skill in a field of endeavor
a crackerjack photographer who gets the news photo that is reprinted around the world
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2
as in excellent
of the very best kind
a crackerjack book on the history of rock music
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also crackajack
1
as in expert
a person with a high level of knowledge or skill in a field
a young prospect who's supposed to be a crackerjack on the baseball diamond
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2
as in beauty
something very good of its kind
the cheese maker's aged cheddar is a real crackerjack
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Recent Examples of crackerjack
Pete Hammond, Deadline, 26 Jan. 2026
Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 12 Mar. 2026
The service Well-staffed and eager-to-please with a crackerjack concierge that can arrange everything from rainforest tours to snorkeling safaris.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Feb. 2026
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Adjective
Meg is a crackerjack personality with much enthusiasm for breaking the mold, and as auditions are held, that spirit spreads to other students who are eager to be in it.
—Pete Hammond, Deadline, 26 Jan. 2026
Noun
Even given a crackerjack team, one wonders if there’s a reason previous cool queens like Kirsten and Julia couldn’t get the Jar green lit.
—Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 12 Mar. 2026
The service Well-staffed and eager-to-please with a crackerjack concierge that can arrange everything from rainforest tours to snorkeling safaris.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for crackerjack
Adjective
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What followed in the 20th minute, though, is the kind of end-to-end attack that is the hallmark of the American game, with a skillful finish that is decidedly uncommon from a USA star.—
Kyle Feldscher,
CNN Money,
31 May 2026
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The remarks not only referred to the aesthetics of the game – tedious matches devoid of skillful merit that were unpleasing to watch.—
Cesar R. Torres,
The Conversation,
26 May 2026
Adjective
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There are beautiful lake-side beaches and excellent trout fishing.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
4 June 2026
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The jury, under the excellent presidency of Park Chan-wook, who was both generous and confident, had extremely varied and highly democratic debates.—
Elsa Keslassy,
Variety,
4 June 2026
Noun
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Police and fire rescue experts say this is also serves a reminder to always wear personal flotation devices in and around rivers, creeks, ditches and lakes.—
Dillon Thomas,
CBS News,
4 June 2026
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But despite this, experts say the lack of AI play is not the main reason why global investors are exiting India.—
Priyanka Salve,
CNBC,
4 June 2026
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The artist Theaster Gates, who has paid tribute to Black life and Black beauty in the center’s Forum building with a frieze of archival images from Ebony and Jet magazines, is also a neighbor to the center with his cultural revitalization projects through the Rebuild Foundation.—
Jacqui Palumbo,
CNN Money,
4 June 2026
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Hailey Bieber's beauty brand Rhode is set to host a pop-up kiosk in Newport this month.—
Bailey Allen,
The Providence Journal,
4 June 2026
Adjective
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Workshop bookings from tourists are helping skilled craftspeople stay in business — and keeping the techniques themselves from disappearing.—
Hanna Wickes,
Charlotte Observer,
29 May 2026
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Evergreen Valley College sits right in the heart of East San José and produces talented, skilled graduates who are ready to work.—
Mercury News Editorial Board,
Mercury News,
29 May 2026
Adjective
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That was in the month of April, and in the month of September, Nick gathered together five other terrific actors.—
Scott Feinberg,
HollywoodReporter,
4 June 2026
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Delane plays with terrific foot speed, loose hips and elite body control on an island.—
Jesse Newell,
New York Times,
3 June 2026
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The hotel offers an exclusive excursion to the nearby home of the late master perfumer Serge Lutens, which is not open to the public and does not allow photos.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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Judith graduated with a bachelor’s degree in English from the Ohio State University and later earned a master’s degree at Northwestern University.—
Rick Kogan,
Chicago Tribune,
2 June 2026
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Boston’s Freedom Trail is essential part of any trip in this city that’s a walker's dream—as long as the weather holds.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 June 2026
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My dream was always that people are literally catching their breath from laughing.—
Lauren Michele Jackson,
New Yorker,
7 June 2026
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“Crackerjack.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crackerjack. Accessed 8 Jun. 2026.
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