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as in arts
an occupation requiring skillful use of the hands
an expert in the craft of cabinetmaking
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as in boats
a small buoyant structure for travel on water
borrowed a craft to get across the river
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as in prepares
to put (something) into proper and usually carefully worked out written form
spent hours crafting the perfect letter of recommendation for her prize student
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Recent Examples of crafts
Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 3 Jan. 2026
They're also recommended by Mayret Gonzalez Rubenstein, an art historian and the co-founder of Cosmopolitours, which crafts bespoke luxury trips in Cartagena and beyond.
—Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 2 Jan. 2026
Gaming, art, crafts, snacks and more.
—Ramona Sentinel, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 Dec. 2025
Pizza, creative crafts, and a dive-in movie featuring Zootopia.
—Debra Skodack, Kansas City Star, 31 Dec. 2025
Children were scattered around an ample yard in front of her house, some pushing toy trucks, others sitting at an arts-and-crafts table set up under an oak tree.
—Lauren Hilgers, Harpers Magazine, 30 Dec. 2025
The facility crafts more than 150,000 cases of wine annually using grapes grown on the property, the estate reports.
—Mark Price, Charlotte Observer, 30 Dec. 2025
Ornaments ranged from homemade crafts by her kids through the years to snowflakes, Christmas trees and tiny houses perfect for a Christmas village.
—Marina Watts, PEOPLE, 30 Dec. 2025
Joann Fabrics and crafts retailer Joann closed up shop in February, ending more than 80 years in business.
—Jordan Valinsky, CNN Money, 30 Dec. 2025
Todd Feurer, CBS News, 23 Dec. 2025
With the time she’s given, though, Flannery crafts a visual aid to the internal journeys characters like Maia and Tallulah navigate during the first season.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 22 Dec. 2025
However, for those looking for a nipple cover to show off, the brand crafts those same comfortable styles in a variety of colors and shapes.
—Malia Griggs, Glamour, 10 Dec. 2025
From the singing to the silence that comes when Lucija’s lost in thought and desire, Djukić expertly crafts a tangible atmosphere of yearning that aches with youthful restlessness.
—David Opie, IndieWire, 4 Dec. 2025
Andini, coming off a run of global festival successes, crafts a story about home, forgiveness and the slow, communal reshaping of identity.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 1 Dec. 2025
Carson crafts a sparse and reflective modern reimagining that deals with abuse, love and ultimately growth into adulthood.
—Amber McBride, Literary Hub, 5 Nov. 2025
From an emotional standpoint, Bigelow crafts an affecting narrative through the eyes of different people.
—Brian Truitt, USA Today, 23 Oct. 2025
The Eletta Explore is a fully automatic machine that crafts more than 50 hot and cold drinks, including cold brew in under 3 minutes.
—Melissa Knific, Bon Appetit Magazine, 9 Oct. 2025
Noun
Knitting and other fiber crafts Knitting, crocheting and other fiber crafts are also gaining traction this winter, according to posts shared by social media users.
—Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 3 Jan. 2026
They're also recommended by Mayret Gonzalez Rubenstein, an art historian and the co-founder of Cosmopolitours, which crafts bespoke luxury trips in Cartagena and beyond.
—Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 2 Jan. 2026
Gaming, art, crafts, snacks and more.
—Ramona Sentinel, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 Dec. 2025
Pizza, creative crafts, and a dive-in movie featuring Zootopia.
—Debra Skodack, Kansas City Star, 31 Dec. 2025
Children were scattered around an ample yard in front of her house, some pushing toy trucks, others sitting at an arts-and-crafts table set up under an oak tree.
—Lauren Hilgers, Harpers Magazine, 30 Dec. 2025
The facility crafts more than 150,000 cases of wine annually using grapes grown on the property, the estate reports.
—Mark Price, Charlotte Observer, 30 Dec. 2025
Ornaments ranged from homemade crafts by her kids through the years to snowflakes, Christmas trees and tiny houses perfect for a Christmas village.
—Marina Watts, PEOPLE, 30 Dec. 2025
Joann Fabrics and crafts retailer Joann closed up shop in February, ending more than 80 years in business.
—Jordan Valinsky, CNN Money, 30 Dec. 2025
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Johnson said Tuesday that his push for a corporate head tax will be back in the mix next year when his office crafts a budget plan for 2027.
—Todd Feurer, CBS News, 23 Dec. 2025
With the time she’s given, though, Flannery crafts a visual aid to the internal journeys characters like Maia and Tallulah navigate during the first season.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 22 Dec. 2025
However, for those looking for a nipple cover to show off, the brand crafts those same comfortable styles in a variety of colors and shapes.
—Malia Griggs, Glamour, 10 Dec. 2025
From the singing to the silence that comes when Lucija’s lost in thought and desire, Djukić expertly crafts a tangible atmosphere of yearning that aches with youthful restlessness.
—David Opie, IndieWire, 4 Dec. 2025
Andini, coming off a run of global festival successes, crafts a story about home, forgiveness and the slow, communal reshaping of identity.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 1 Dec. 2025
Carson crafts a sparse and reflective modern reimagining that deals with abuse, love and ultimately growth into adulthood.
—Amber McBride, Literary Hub, 5 Nov. 2025
From an emotional standpoint, Bigelow crafts an affecting narrative through the eyes of different people.
—Brian Truitt, USA Today, 23 Oct. 2025
The Eletta Explore is a fully automatic machine that crafts more than 50 hot and cold drinks, including cold brew in under 3 minutes.
—Melissa Knific, Bon Appetit Magazine, 9 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for crafts
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Northwest School of the Arts, which currently serves grades 6-12, will, instead, be a full-choice high school arts magnet program, serving grades 9-12.—
Rebecca Noel,
Charlotte Observer,
12 Jan. 2026
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If nothing changes, the Hispanic arts industry in Arkansas could be threatened, both musicians agreed.—
Juan Cordoba,
Arkansas Online,
12 Jan. 2026
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The waterfront views steal the show, especially as boats drift by and the light starts to change.—
Chantelle Kincy,
Travel + Leisure,
10 Jan. 2026
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The architects William Treanor and Maurice Fatio even treated the East River as the Grand Canal, adding a private dock for residents to moor their boats.—
Wendy Goodman,
Curbed,
10 Jan. 2026
Verb
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There isn’t anything that prepares you for that reality, especially in filmmaking.—
Destiny Jackson,
Deadline,
6 Jan. 2026
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The position prepares special reports, determines budget needs, and interprets parole policy and procedure.—
Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado
January 5,
Sacbee.com,
5 Jan. 2026
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Using those newfound skills, the Creature returns to the ruins of the tower and reads letters that reveal the truth of its creation.—
Randall Colburn,
Entertainment Weekly,
10 Jan. 2026
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In fact, employers at Big Four firms like KPMG and PWC have identified that their youngest recruits are lacking essential work etiquette skills like communication and collaboration.—
Sawdah Bhaimiya,
CNBC,
10 Jan. 2026
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The program includes live bands and DJs on select sailings and routes, with performances typically held on larger vessels where space allows for small stage setups.—
Loureen Ayyoub,
CBS News,
10 Jan. 2026
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While there are probably Russian submarines — as there are across the Arctic region — there are no surface vessels, Mortensgaard said.—
Emma Burrows,
Fortune,
10 Jan. 2026
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The episode Art was created by Lily Whear and Lizzie Younan composes our music.—
Gabriela Saldivia,
Scientific American,
3 Dec. 2025
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Both tracks are penned by Stephen Schwartz, who also composes alongside John Powell.—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
10 Oct. 2025
Noun
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But even that isn’t enough sometimes — see what Bednar helped steer the Avs through last season between injuries and a historic number of trades for a contending team.—
Corey Masisak,
Denver Post,
11 Jan. 2026
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Right now, this jack of all trades is on sale for just $19 on Amazon.—
Reece Andavolgyi,
InStyle,
11 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Venezuela had been known to possess some crude — 15th-century Spanish explorers noticed indigenous people using oil for fires and asphalt to patch their canoes.—
David Goldman,
CNN Money,
5 Jan. 2026
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These spacious and strong units can hold heavy storage bins or large items like kayaks and canoes.—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
1 Jan. 2026
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“Crafts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crafts. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
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