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
David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 16 June 2026
Marcelo Bielsa's squad features a blend of experienced veterans and players in their prime, headlined by Valverde, striker Darwin Núñez and midfielder Manuel Ugarte.
—Sergio Candido, CBS News, 15 June 2026
Graeme Wood, The Atlantic, 18 June 2026
Those who experienced a lack of stimulation produced more creative responses than participants in the control groups.
—Cheryl Robinson, Forbes.com, 18 June 2026
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Adjective
After placing a disappointing third in what should have put him one step closer to the prestigious Ohio Classic, Eddie seeks help from experienced coach Mike Reed (Mike Edward), himself a former bodybuilder.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 16 June 2026
Marcelo Bielsa's squad features a blend of experienced veterans and players in their prime, headlined by Valverde, striker Darwin Núñez and midfielder Manuel Ugarte.
—Sergio Candido, CBS News, 15 June 2026
Verb
Only the United States was humiliated; both countries have experienced a catastrophic loss.
—Graeme Wood, The Atlantic, 18 June 2026
Those who experienced a lack of stimulation produced more creative responses than participants in the control groups.
—Cheryl Robinson, Forbes.com, 18 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for experienced
Adjective
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Blending ego and empathy, Chung delivered a skilled performance that may well win over Emmy voters in the supporting actor (drama) category this cycle.—
K.J. Yossman,
Variety,
19 June 2026
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In addition to being a great student, Maddie is a skilled softball player, which her mom Jamie Lynn bragged about in May 2022.—
Sydni Ellis,
PEOPLE,
18 June 2026
Verb
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Treatment wiped out the cancer, but Lucy's weakened body had another ailment, one that stopped her from making stem cells, blood or platelets.—
Siafa Lewis,
CBS News,
17 June 2026
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But Kyle had a comeback better than the 29-point comeback by the New York Knicks in Game 4 of the NBA Finals.—
Kate Aurthur,
Variety,
17 June 2026
Adjective
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In many species, the males are just as adept at parenting as the females.—
Charles Seabrook,
AJC.com,
20 June 2026
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The hardworking staff are some of the city's most adept at the timing of courses.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
18 June 2026
Verb
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While McCaslin was treated and released, Mar underwent a lengthy surgery and spent days in the intensive care unit, Sheriff’s Office officials have said.—
Penny Weaver,
Arkansas Online,
15 June 2026
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The Scary Movie actress recently underwent a second lumpectomy and revealed that former first lady Jill Biden was in her support circle for the procedure.—
Marina Watts,
Entertainment Weekly,
15 June 2026
Adjective
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What followed in the 20th minute, though, is the kind of end-to-end attack that is the hallmark of the American game, with a skillful finish that is decidedly uncommon from a USA star.—
Kyle Feldscher,
CNN Money,
31 May 2026
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The remarks not only referred to the aesthetics of the game – tedious matches devoid of skillful merit that were unpleasing to watch.—
Cesar R. Torres,
The Conversation,
26 May 2026
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His wife had endured a difficult labor.—
Kamala Thiagarajan,
NPR,
21 June 2026
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Through centuries of upheaval the monastery endured as a living testament to Ukraine’s faith, culture, and history.—
Andy J. Semotiuk,
Forbes.com,
21 June 2026
Adjective
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The groups challenging the restriction said the state law prevents social service organizations from helping voters with disabilities or those who are not proficient in English, a conflict with the Voting Rights Act.—
Maureen Groppe,
USA Today,
21 June 2026
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In relatively affluent Fairfield — predominantly white, with under one-fifth of students receiving free or reduced price meals — 74% of kindergarteners in the 2023-24 school year were already proficient in reading.—
Theo Peck-Suzuki,
Hartford Courant,
21 June 2026
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The private members’ club, founded in 1922 by one of Queen Victoria’s daughters, has witnessed a great deal of history in London’s ritzy Chelsea district.—
Anna Cooban,
CNN Money,
20 June 2026
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An Associated Press journalist witnessed more than a dozen frustrated fans at the match who said they were stuck in similar situations.—
R.J. Rico,
Fortune,
20 June 2026
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“Experienced.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/experienced. Accessed 22 Jun. 2026.
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