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
Shelley Jones, Chicago Tribune, 19 Apr. 2026
Students are placed into two divisions based on their level of training, allowing both experienced filmmakers and those earlier in their development to be recognized.
—Heide Janssen, Oc Register, 19 Apr. 2026
Steve Fryer, Oc Register, 23 Apr. 2026
Plucked from a previous life as a working actor, Richard Gadd experienced a disorienting whirlwind less than two years ago.
—Carlos Aguilar, Los Angeles Times, 23 Apr. 2026
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Adjective
The race to fill the Porter County Board of Commissioners District 2 seat held by Republican Barb Regnitz is contested on both sides of the aisle, with two experienced county officeholders competing for the Republican ticket and two political newcomers vying for the Democratic ticket.
—Shelley Jones, Chicago Tribune, 19 Apr. 2026
Students are placed into two divisions based on their level of training, allowing both experienced filmmakers and those earlier in their development to be recognized.
—Heide Janssen, Oc Register, 19 Apr. 2026
Verb
Very typical of the better Orange County public-school baseball teams, the Orange roster is made up of players who have experienced ups and downs as teammates for a long time.
—Steve Fryer, Oc Register, 23 Apr. 2026
Plucked from a previous life as a working actor, Richard Gadd experienced a disorienting whirlwind less than two years ago.
—Carlos Aguilar, Los Angeles Times, 23 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for experienced
Adjective
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And their second-best defender, Jaden McDaniels, is skilled at calling the Nuggets’ names.—
Troy Renck,
Denver Post,
25 Apr. 2026
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While one research study found REIT investments were associated with higher spending on nursing wages, another concluded that after being bought by REITs, nursing homes frequently replaced registered nurses with less skilled nurses and aides.—
Jordan Rau,
Miami Herald,
23 Apr. 2026
Verb
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When Izzo came to the plate, Evergreen Park coach Michelle Vucsko had to make a choice.—
Tony Baranek,
Chicago Tribune,
22 Apr. 2026
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Gorka has denied belonging to the organization, which had Nazi ties during World War II, and said the medal honors his father’s escape from communism.—
Hannah Allam,
ProPublica,
21 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Carmago, who has a degree in ethnomusicology, is a skilled jazz player who is also adept on the four-string cavaquinho.—
George Varga,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
17 Apr. 2026
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Both Jeffers and Victor Caratini have proven highly adept at it.—
Betsy Helfand,
Twin Cities,
16 Apr. 2026
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The Uruguay midfielder underwent surgery following a hamstring injury sustained when Spurs lost 3-2 away to Bournemouth on January 7.—
Jack Pitt-Brooke,
New York Times,
21 Apr. 2026
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The maximalist property underwent a full-scale renovation just a few years ago.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
20 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Baron was known for his skillful driving on the racetrack and his love of cruising steep canyon roads.—
Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Apr. 2026
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The invader is a skillful art restorer, Lori Butler (Michaela Coel), who’s been hired by Julian’s greedy children, Barnaby (James Corden) and Sallie (Jessica Gunning), to work, or pose, as their father’s new assistant.—
Justin Chang,
New Yorker,
3 Apr. 2026
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But some people familiar with the matter say an applications uptick does not necessarily correspond to a surge in high-caliber recruits that can offset the attrition the bureau has endured.—
Eric Tucker,
Fortune,
19 Apr. 2026
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The launch pad endured a lightning strike on April 27, but SpaceX said the rocket was healthy for the attempt.—
Richard Tribou,
The Orlando Sentinel,
19 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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This was because the law required that every student be proficient in math and reading by 2014.—
Abby McCloskey,
Twin Cities,
12 Apr. 2026
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Casey is a dependable, technically proficient blocker whose best NFL fit may ultimately come inside.—
Eddie Brown,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The crew experienced a solar eclipse, including 54 minutes of totality where the sun’s light was blocked by Earth, spied planets, photographed the Milky Way and even witnessed flashes of light as space rocks slammed into the moon.—
Jackie Wattles,
CNN Money,
11 Apr. 2026
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Anyone who may have witnessed the incident or has information about the incident is asked to contact New Haven detectives at 203-946-6304 other through the department’s anonymous tip line at 866-888-TIPS (8477).—
Staff Report,
Hartford Courant,
11 Apr. 2026
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