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Recent Examples of handiness
Ruggedness, dependability, and handiness define a lot of outdoor archetypes, from the ski patroller to the river guide to the park ranger.
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Outside Online, 8 Oct. 2025
Outside Online, 8 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for handiness
Noun
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The system is built to help robots perform complex, long-duration tasks with advanced dexterity and human-like precision.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
18 May 2026
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Smaller bags, around 4 by 7 inches, push your hand-eye coordination and dexterity.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
11 May 2026
Noun
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Best for balance of cost and selection JM Bullion strikes a strong balance between competitive pricing, product selection and overall ease of use.—
Roxanne Downer,
USA Today,
14 May 2026
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When decisions in showrooms create discomfort, personal appointments can offer relief, supporting the ease with which questions are asked.—
Wyles Daniel,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 May 2026
Noun
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She was known at the Capitol as a woman who got things done, sometimes with finesse, sometimes not.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
15 May 2026
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The gangsters who are running the country almost pride themselves on a lack of subtlety and finesse.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
11 May 2026
Noun
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But that trauma has passed, allowing Reilly to show off her riding skills in the new series.—
Bryan Alexander,
USA Today,
15 May 2026
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Soon after my arrival, our experienced local guide Jorge rolled out the big map and planned the perfect itinerary for our short stay, catering to our preferences and skill level.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
14 May 2026
Noun
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For more than three decades, Mýa has moved through the music industry on her own terms — evolving not only as a singer and songwriter, but as a businesswoman determined to protect her artistry at every turn.—
Preezy Brown,
VIBE.com,
19 May 2026
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Monsterpalooza Creature creations and horror artistry will take over Pasadena when Monsterpalooza returns to the Pasadena Convention Center this summer.—
Charlie Vargas,
Oc Register,
19 May 2026
Noun
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Under these new ideological protocols, Russian literature, along with Russian music and art, must be forsworn because of the actions of the Russian state.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
18 May 2026
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The library has nearly 200,000 books and e-books in circulation, and 57,000 non-print materials, like DVDs, CDs, video games and art prints.—
Adeel Hassan,
New York Times,
18 May 2026
Noun
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In short, businesses may benefit from presenting clear expertise and credibility within their field, as AI systems often prioritize authoritative and well-structured information.—
Daniel Fusch,
USA Today,
14 May 2026
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With a mix of regional expertise and global execution in factories across Asia and Central America, Hansae is building strong partnerships and establishing itself as a go-to source for more than just manufacturing.—
SJ Studio,
Footwear News,
14 May 2026
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“Handiness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/handiness. Accessed 21 May. 2026.
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