as in scholars
a person with a high level of knowledge or skill in a field
experts at the crime lab were able to tell the sex, race, and approximate age of the murderer
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Recent Examples of experts
Both of our experts say that incorporating a mix of elements helps the room feel less stark and flat.
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Ashlyn Needham, The Spruce, 8 Jan. 2026
But many environmental experts, including Earthjustice senior attorney Mychal Ozaeta, say the proposal caters to the coal industry rather than protecting communities.
—Chicago Tribune, 7 Jan. 2026
Ahead, experts share simple tips for caring for hoya plants, covering everything from planting to pruning.
—Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 7 Jan. 2026
Rounding up a high-caliber crew of doctors and forensic mental health experts is no easy task.
—Winston Cho, HollywoodReporter, 7 Jan. 2026
Check out the Hill's Opinion section Hundreds of policy experts from a range of political viewpoints and areas of expertise.
—Juan Williams, Washington Post, 7 Jan. 2026
Global trade experts and business owners gathered on Veterans Day for a Fort Worth Chamber forum on tariffs and trade policy impacts.
—Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 Nov. 2025
Energy experts say those economic forces will continue the expansion of clean energy, reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
—Lauren Sommer, NPR, 11 Nov. 2025
Nutrition experts explain how to get the right amount.
—Daniel Wine, CNN Money, 11 Nov. 2025
Ashlyn Needham, The Spruce, 8 Jan. 2026
But many environmental experts, including Earthjustice senior attorney Mychal Ozaeta, say the proposal caters to the coal industry rather than protecting communities.
—Chicago Tribune, 7 Jan. 2026
Ahead, experts share simple tips for caring for hoya plants, covering everything from planting to pruning.
—Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 7 Jan. 2026
Rounding up a high-caliber crew of doctors and forensic mental health experts is no easy task.
—Winston Cho, HollywoodReporter, 7 Jan. 2026
Check out the Hill's Opinion section Hundreds of policy experts from a range of political viewpoints and areas of expertise.
—Juan Williams, Washington Post, 7 Jan. 2026
Global trade experts and business owners gathered on Veterans Day for a Fort Worth Chamber forum on tariffs and trade policy impacts.
—Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 Nov. 2025
Energy experts say those economic forces will continue the expansion of clean energy, reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
—Lauren Sommer, NPR, 11 Nov. 2025
Nutrition experts explain how to get the right amount.
—Daniel Wine, CNN Money, 11 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for experts
Noun
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But Taylor’s remarks quickly drew criticism from civil liberties advocates and media scholars, who said his comments risked undermining public safety and the public’s right to document police activity.—
Robert Salonga,
Mercury News,
23 Jan. 2026
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British universities have jurisdiction over the issuance of visa sponsorships for international scholars.—
Sana Noor Haq,
CNN Money,
23 Jan. 2026
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He was investigated by the SS on the orders of Heinrich Himmler but convinced his investigators, all adepts of Deutsche Physik, that he was engaged in worthwhile teaching and research.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
23 Oct. 2025
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Industry gurus try to convince us that limits on investors – big or small – would be bad for housing.—
Jonathan Lansner,
Oc Register,
23 Jan. 2026
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She’s curated a team of leading medical professionals, sports pros, and wellness gurus who customized programs that incorporate sleep, nutrition, physical therapy, chiropractic services, and more.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Dogs kept some of their hierarchical instincts, replacing alpha wolves with their human masters.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
27 Jan. 2026
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JPMorgan Goes Live on Ethereum Taylor re-recorded her albums to her own masters.—
Sandy Carter,
Forbes.com,
26 Jan. 2026
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In cross-country skiing, endurance specialists aim for glory in events such as the women’s 10 km classic and men’s 15 km freestyle, both of which deliver thrilling head-to-head action that culminates in medal ceremonies at the finish line against the snowy backdrop of Valtellina.—
Sam Leveridge,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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California once had specialists dedicated to resolving conflict between people and wolves, mountains lions and coyotes.—
Lila Seidman,
Los Angeles Times,
29 Jan. 2026
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The idea arose when, as a result of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, Western artists began to write and create art about the preconditions and reasons behind Russia’s actions.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
29 Jan. 2026
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For many people who stream music every day, how artists and rightsholders are paid is not a primary concern.—
Shain Shapiro,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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Suffused with dread and bathed in reverb, the record captures two virtuosos at their most vulnerable.—
Paul A. Thompson,
Pitchfork,
23 Jan. 2026
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They were accompanied by vocal virtuosos Lucius and blues-rock rippers Judith Hill and Eric Krasno, each fixtures in the local music community trying to rebuild itself in the wake of the Eaton fire.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
8 Jan. 2026
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Everything culminates in a climactic scene in the Shrieking Shack, where the truth about the two Animagi (wizards who can turn into animals) is revealed, plus Sirius Black (Ṣọpẹ́ Dìrísù) comes clean as a friend of Harry’s parents who can also turn into a black dog.—
Jordan Moreau,
Variety,
13 Jan. 2026
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Who were the ad wizards who came up with that one?—
Sean Gentille,
New York Times,
3 Jan. 2026
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