as in skilled
having or showing exceptional knowledge, experience, or skill in a field of endeavor
for this delicate eye operation, seek out an experienced eye surgeon
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as in had
to come to a knowledge of (something) by living through it
eventually we all have to experience the loss of a loved one
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Recent Examples of experienced
Claire Wang, Oc Register, 11 Mar. 2026
The actor, an experienced race car driver, had veered into the opposite lane on a Colorado highway for no apparent reason, straight into an oncoming semi-truck, at 60 mph.
—Theresa Braine, New York Daily News, 11 Mar. 2026
Natasha Bracken, semafor.com, 5 Mar. 2026
The 6-foot-2 junior guard has experienced more than most high school basketball players, especially considering the Eagles’ recent run of postseason success.
—Paul Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 5 Mar. 2026
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Adjective
For the two other supervisor seats on the 2026 ballot, the incumbents face stiff competition from some experienced challengers.
—Claire Wang, Oc Register, 11 Mar. 2026
The actor, an experienced race car driver, had veered into the opposite lane on a Colorado highway for no apparent reason, straight into an oncoming semi-truck, at 60 mph.
—Theresa Braine, New York Daily News, 11 Mar. 2026
Verb
For now, the price jump is far smaller than what Europe experienced in 2022.
—Natasha Bracken, semafor.com, 5 Mar. 2026
The 6-foot-2 junior guard has experienced more than most high school basketball players, especially considering the Eagles’ recent run of postseason success.
—Paul Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 5 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for experienced
Adjective
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Every industry now faces some form of scarcity – skilled labor, components, energy, fabrication capacity, or regulatory throughput.—
Travis Edmonds,
Fortune,
6 Mar. 2026
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Any of these pieces of equipment in the hands of a skilled operator should be able to make quick work of an average-sized stump.—
Daniel Scott,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Noah Everly had a home run and three RBIs.—
Eric Sondheimer,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Mar. 2026
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The 6-foot-4, 280-pound Cooper, who had five sacks among 41 tackles last season, played inside and outside for the Toreros.—
Kirk Kenney,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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This is an ideal solution for technically adept web admins who prioritize cost-effectiveness, absolute control, and performance.—
Gabriel Zamora,
PC Magazine,
8 Mar. 2026
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Tim Robinson’s The Chair Company is likewise uncomfortably adept at depicting how navigating our immensely complicated, interconnected society can feel.—
Jake Pitre,
The Atlantic,
7 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Doctors discovered cancerous masses during the procedure, and DeCarlo underwent treatment until he was hospitalized from November through December after another brain bleed.—
KiMi Robinson,
USA Today,
10 Mar. 2026
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The complex underwent a major renovation in 2019.—
Fousia Abdullahi,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
9 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The episode included a medical evacuation, the discovery of an immunity idol, skillful fire-making and numerous plot twists.—
Sarah Moore,
Freep.com,
26 Feb. 2026
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Mercedes assures that its Ludwigsfelde employees have undergone extensive training on the processes to ensure the most skillful RV preparation.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
17 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The stillness of Laurel Playground reflects the unease that has settled over this stretch of West End, which has endured a disproportionate share of violence.—
Cameron Knight,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
8 Mar. 2026
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Dengler endured endless torture and other miseries — escaping from prison was just the beginning of his ordeal in the jungle — but Bale plays him as a determined optimist, an indomitable spirit that cannot be crushed.—
Tim Grierson,
Vulture,
7 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Data from the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education reveals fewer than half of third graders are proficient readers, falling 14 percentage points below 2019 levels.—
Editorial,
Boston Herald,
7 Mar. 2026
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Nationally, the percentage of fourth graders considered proficient in reading sits just above 30%, according to the 2024 National Assessment of Educational Progress, known as the nation's report card.—
MAKIYA SEMINERA THE ASSOCIATED PRESS,
Arkansas Online,
1 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The area witnessed intense clashes and airstrikes overnight into Saturday.—
Jon Gambrell,
Los Angeles Times,
7 Mar. 2026
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The area witnessed intense clashes and airstrikes overnight after an Israeli force landed there and clashed with local gunmen.—
Mirna Alsharif,
NBC news,
7 Mar. 2026
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“Experienced.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/experienced. Accessed 13 Mar. 2026.
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