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also dextrous
1
as in handy
skillful with the hands
the dexterous watchmaker was able to repair the antique watch's delicate gears and parts
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2
as in skillful
accomplished with trained ability
dexterous handling of a potentially embarrassing situation
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Recent Examples of dexterous
Like any dexterous toddler, Lindsay would have moved her hands around while riding her mother’s back — but Beryl is missing an eye.
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Brandon Keim, New York Times, 21 Jan. 2025
This study aimed to investigate whether users could control grip forces applied to two different objects simultaneously with a dexterous artificial hand.
—Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, Fox News, 16 Jan. 2025
It's also fitted out with dexterous hands to expand its capabilities to more delicate tasks, like handling small items with both mitts.
—New Atlas, 20 Dec. 2024
Its bionic arm, which extends 65 cm with 30 degrees of freedom, can increase to 50 degrees with a dexterous hand attachment.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 20 Dec. 2024
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Brandon Keim, New York Times, 21 Jan. 2025
This study aimed to investigate whether users could control grip forces applied to two different objects simultaneously with a dexterous artificial hand.
—Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, Fox News, 16 Jan. 2025
It's also fitted out with dexterous hands to expand its capabilities to more delicate tasks, like handling small items with both mitts.
—New Atlas, 20 Dec. 2024
Its bionic arm, which extends 65 cm with 30 degrees of freedom, can increase to 50 degrees with a dexterous hand attachment.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 20 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dexterous
Adjective
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Although the route-running piece isn’t there just yet, that’s where the Bills’ established top three could come in handy to have Royals develop in the background as the WR4 with a handful of snaps each game.—
Joe Buscaglia,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2025
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Pack, Pad, And Ship Since many of us don’t stock bubble wrap or styrofoam for sending packages, this is another terrific area where shopping bags come in handy.—
Stacey Lastoe,
Southern Living,
23 Apr. 2025
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Elegant materials, bespoke furnishings, skillful layering of textures, and eye-catching lighting are all hallmarks of Hogarty’s soulful spaces, and the firm seeks to create an emotional response with its polished yet comfortable aesthetic.—
Elizabeth Stamp,
Architectural Digest,
15 Apr. 2025
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Hiring managers must learn to distinguish between misuse and skillful application to capture a candidate’s ability to tackle real-world challenges.—
Bing Yu Yap,
Forbes.com,
4 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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However skilled labor shortages are a drawback for those setting up business.—
Paul Williams,
Forbes.com,
28 Apr. 2025
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As usual, Ellie attempts to mask her feelings with sarcasm, but this doesn’t really work with Gail (who’s skilled at doing the same).—
Keith Phipps,
Vulture,
28 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Thanks for all the laughs, the Kiki, the listening hear, shoulder the cry, the reading for filth, the masterful shade and endless love.—
Marc Berman,
Forbes.com,
27 Apr. 2025
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Tony Gilroy’s masterful series is so good that the sci-fi Star Wars of it all sometimes seems irrelevant compared to the nuanced takes on resistance and fascism.—
James Grebey,
Vulture,
23 Apr. 2025
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The clever exploration of contrasts — marrying delicate fabrics, soft palettes, and masculine silhouettes — was the label’s unique formula for winning over fashion’s insiders, including powerhouse Moda Operandi.—
Angela Lei,
Forbes.com,
23 Apr. 2025
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The film follows 11-year-old Caroline (Johnson), a clever, sharp-eyed girl navigating a life of excitement and peril as a shoplifter with her mom Jocelyn (Williams).—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
22 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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This begins with behavior change and includes lifestyle interventions and skill-building programs along with expert support for long-term success.—
Scott Paddock,
Forbes.com,
29 Apr. 2025
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Follow New York Times Travel on Instagram and sign up for our Travel Dispatch newsletter to get expert tips on traveling smarter and inspiration for your next vacation.—
Toh Gouttenoire,
New York Times,
29 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Esme forgoes a generic entreaty at the feet of her girlboss and instead makes a cunning personal plea for better judgment from her mentor.—
Angelica Jade Bastién,
Vulture,
25 Apr. 2025
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John Krasinski plays Luke, a cunning art thief in the action adventure thriller Fountain of Youth, and puts his skills to good use.—
Etan Vlessing,
HollywoodReporter,
24 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Soft and delicate fragrances of spring flowers and mandarins.—
Tom Mullen,
Forbes.com,
21 Apr. 2025
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Hoffman recalls of including the delicate destination nods.—
David Foxley,
Architectural Digest,
21 Apr. 2025
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“Dexterous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dexterous. Accessed 2 May. 2025.
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