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Recent Examples of dexterity Born with mild cerebral palsy and a connective tissue disorder known as Marfan Syndrome, the 25-year-old ceramicist spent his adolescence in physical therapy working with putty and Play-Doh to build up dexterity and motor control. David Nash, Architectural Digest, 26 Aug. 2025 When cost is not an issue, researchers advised that those with dental work, orthodontic treatment, or limited manual dexterity may find a water flosser more helpful than string floss. Anna Giorgi, Verywell Health, 21 Aug. 2025 At that temperature, individuals would lose dexterity within 10 to 15 minutes if not wearing the proper protective equipment, per the National Weather Service. Colson Thayer, People.com, 14 Aug. 2025 But a Premier League scout, who was granted anonymity to protect relationships, says that one of the traits all three players — Ibrahimovic, Haaland and Sesko — share, lies in their physical dexterity. Sebastian Stafford-Bloor, New York Times, 11 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for dexterity
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dexterity
Noun
  • So too does the front office, which traded away multiple draft assets, including the ability to draft All-Star Sonia Citron, to acquire former Olympian Ariel Atkins in the 2025 offseason.
    Sabreena Merchant, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2025
  • That includes better interest rates and the ability to borrow more money.
    Robert Faturechi, ProPublica, 6 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • That moment taught me the value of agility, courage, and trusting yourself when the stakes are highest.
    William Arruda, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
  • King commanding the stage with inventive conflagrations, fleet unison fingerwork by Collier and Philion, Rogers-Kaufman offering solos both cerebral and thrilling, and Damien winging through long features with the agility of a sparrow.
    Hannah Edgar, Chicago Tribune, 1 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • Tens of thousands of spectators in Beijing looked on as the People’s Republic unveiled laser weapons, nuclear ballistic missiles, and giant underwater drones alongside armored vehicles, tanks, and parading soldiers whose marching prowess put the rest of the world to shame.
    Kerry Brown, Time, 4 Sep. 2025
  • Lockhart is known for its barbecue prowess and plays host to a number of joints, including Barbs B Q, which is in the Michelin Guide Texas and is on Texas Monthly’s list of the best barbecue in the state.
    Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • Leeds are tipped to survive the drop after adding Premier League experience and European talent to their ranks.
    Jack Bantock, New York Times, 4 Sep. 2025
  • Bhutia is part of India's digital growth story that is creating entrepreneurs, drawing investments, and attracting global tech giants, fueled in large part by a gigantic talent pool and tech userbase.
    Priyanka Salve, CNBC, 4 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • Juan Zheng, Assistant Professor in Lehigh’s Teaching, Learning, and Technology program, argues that proficiency with chatbots isn’t enough.
    Samantha Walravens, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
  • Wanda Woods enrolled because her father advised that typing proficiency would lead to jobs.
    Paul Spann, Miami Herald, 3 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • Still needs to refine his defensive game and add finesse in attack.
    Tim Spiers, New York Times, 2 Sep. 2025
  • However, over time, with practice comes finesse.
    Sonya Rehman, Forbes.com, 31 Aug. 2025
Noun
  • Herbert’s top-10 aptitude would’ve exposed Olave to fewer dangerous hits.
    Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Sep. 2025
  • This leads him to discover an unexpected aptitude for cracking safes, turning his life upside down.
    Anthony D'Alessandro, Deadline, 4 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • At this level, leadership requires more than intellect or technical competence.
    Julian Hayes II, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
  • With the right mix of competence and strategy, engineers can create careers that are both resilient and rewarding in a world that never stops changing.
    Srishti Gupta, Interesting Engineering, 3 Sep. 2025

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“Dexterity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dexterity. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.

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