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
Sean Hammond, Chicago Tribune, 18 Feb. 2026
As recent avalanches have shown, even experienced skiers can be caught in rapidly changing conditions.
—Zach Wichter, USA Today, 18 Feb. 2026
Zoe Denenberg, Southern Living, 19 Feb. 2026
The study randomized 130 participants who experienced three or more migraines a month into a treatment or placebo group.
—Md Published, Verywell Health, 19 Feb. 2026
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Adjective
Smith, 69, is one of the most experienced coaches on the staff.
—Sean Hammond, Chicago Tribune, 18 Feb. 2026
As recent avalanches have shown, even experienced skiers can be caught in rapidly changing conditions.
—Zach Wichter, USA Today, 18 Feb. 2026
Verb
Most dog owners have likely experienced your dog pawing at your legs.
—Zoe Denenberg, Southern Living, 19 Feb. 2026
The study randomized 130 participants who experienced three or more migraines a month into a treatment or placebo group.
—Md Published, Verywell Health, 19 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for experienced
Adjective
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The pyramids, the temples, the stunning gold jewelry found in royal tombs — all of these marvels depended on practical, everyday tools wielded by skilled hands.—
Ryan Brennan,
Miami Herald,
13 Feb. 2026
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There’s a shortage of skilled workers who have both the manual skills and the organizational skills needed for the sector, and there’s also competition among companies for warehouse personnel based on pay, benefits, lifestyle and more.—
Laya Neelakandan,
CNBC,
13 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Shooter entered arena with two guns According to police, the shooter was a licensed gun owner and had a permit to carry out of Florida.—
N'dea Yancey-Bragg,
USA Today,
18 Feb. 2026
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For over a century, college football had regional identities.—
Jason Kirk,
New York Times,
18 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Busch has gotten good at smiling through such a nuisance, just like how Rory McIlroy became adept at politicking through questions about The Masters until that script flipped last year.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
15 Feb. 2026
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The team is adept at navigating the quirks of historic homes and is able to honor the original details while making the residence work for modern living.—
Elizabeth Stamp,
Architectural Digest,
10 Feb. 2026
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But in the off-season, O’Shea underwent foot surgery that required two plates and 11 screws to repair the damage.—
Scott M. Reid,
Oc Register,
16 Feb. 2026
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Fiala, who is third on the Kings in goals, points and assists, underwent surgery over the weekend to repair multiple fractures in his lower left leg and will miss the rest of the season.—
Kevin Baxter,
Los Angeles Times,
16 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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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,
10 Feb. 2026
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During her tenure at UTA, her skillful agenting has shaped and built the careers of so many iconic talents.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
5 Feb. 2026
Verb
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That was what Ilia Malinin endured on Friday night, when his disastrous free skate ruined his chances for gold.—
Dave Skretta,
Chicago Tribune,
15 Feb. 2026
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One of the clearest examples is the Good Friday Agreement in Northern Ireland, which transformed decades of violence into a framework for peace — a peace that, despite its fragility, has endured for more than 25 years.—
David Dumke,
The Orlando Sentinel,
15 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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The Voluntary Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program primarily helps tax filers with incomes below $69,000, those who are disabled and those who are not proficient in English.—
Jeanne Sahadi,
CNN Money,
12 Feb. 2026
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The test, given in 2024, revealed that only 22% of 8th graders scored at or above proficient in reading.—
Larry Sand,
Daily News,
6 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Price has witnessed the permanent closure of several places that used to be on Malcolm X Boulevard, but not the Forest Theater.—
Uwa Ede-Osifo,
Dallas Morning News,
14 Feb. 2026
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The scope of its ambition is met, at every turn, by deft control over what is witnessed, and how.—
Siddhant Adlakha,
Variety,
13 Feb. 2026
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“Experienced.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/experienced. Accessed 21 Feb. 2026.
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