1
as in overcoming
to achieve a victory over
finally mastered her longtime opponent at chess
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as in learning
to acquire complete knowledge, understanding, or skill in
I think I've mastered algebra at last
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Recent Examples of mastering
Join us for a virtual Fortune 500 Europe C-suite conversation, in partnership with Syndio, on mastering workforce decisions and pay transparency in the age of AI.
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Orianna Rosa Royle, Fortune, 24 Mar. 2026
Suno devised all the vocals, instrumentation, arrangements, production, mixing and mastering for all of Tempchin’s songs on both those albums.
—George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 Mar. 2026
The goal wasn’t mastering the recipe, rather appreciating the time and effort that go into cooking their favorite dishes.
—Christine Chitnis, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 Mar. 2026
Herson made multiple attempts on the route and, like most climbers, fell while mastering each challenging move.
—Frederick Dreier, Outside, 16 Mar. 2026
Rei is a skilled visual artist, mastering new techniques often in a variety of traditional and digital mediums.
—Heide Janssen, Oc Register, 15 Mar. 2026
When in doubt, focus on mastering the fundamentals.
—Kansas City Star, 11 Mar. 2026
Hepburn was known for her distinct voice and cadence, which is something Collins will have to focus on mastering.
—Sarah Sotoodeh , Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 8 Mar. 2026
Nishimatsu has spent roughly 45 years mastering the art of traditional Japanese wig making.
—Patrick Brzeski, HollywoodReporter, 5 Mar. 2026
Orianna Rosa Royle, Fortune, 24 Mar. 2026
Suno devised all the vocals, instrumentation, arrangements, production, mixing and mastering for all of Tempchin’s songs on both those albums.
—George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 Mar. 2026
The goal wasn’t mastering the recipe, rather appreciating the time and effort that go into cooking their favorite dishes.
—Christine Chitnis, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 Mar. 2026
Herson made multiple attempts on the route and, like most climbers, fell while mastering each challenging move.
—Frederick Dreier, Outside, 16 Mar. 2026
Rei is a skilled visual artist, mastering new techniques often in a variety of traditional and digital mediums.
—Heide Janssen, Oc Register, 15 Mar. 2026
When in doubt, focus on mastering the fundamentals.
—Kansas City Star, 11 Mar. 2026
Hepburn was known for her distinct voice and cadence, which is something Collins will have to focus on mastering.
—Sarah Sotoodeh , Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 8 Mar. 2026
Nishimatsu has spent roughly 45 years mastering the art of traditional Japanese wig making.
—Patrick Brzeski, HollywoodReporter, 5 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mastering
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Applicants must write an essay that reflects a background of overcoming adversity, such as growing up in a low-income setting or losing a parent.—
Roderick Boone,
Charlotte Observer,
26 Mar. 2026
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Waring and Woodland are both in the midst of overcoming big obstacles of a different nature.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
26 Mar. 2026
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In the era of AI, the notion of learning something for yourself is a quiet, internal act of rebellion against a world that seems to be flowing in the wrong direction.—
Ethan Siegel,
Big Think,
25 Mar. 2026
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Headway Premium offers a more practical way to keep learning, with lifetime access now available for $51 as part of a sitewide sale with promo code MARCH15.—
StackCommerce Team,
PC Magazine,
24 Mar. 2026
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Southern had won its second NCAA Tournament game in the First Four, defeating Samford 65-53.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
21 Mar. 2026
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The Mustangs won the California Community College Athletic Association (3C2A) title Sunday, defeating MiraCosta 78-71.—
Charlie Lapastora,
CBS News,
20 Mar. 2026
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Clavicular is of course getting something in return.—
Will Gottsegen,
The Atlantic,
26 Mar. 2026
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Harbaugh is wagering that McDaniel is the key to getting Herbert over the hump.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
26 Mar. 2026
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Vin Baker did not want to return a conquering University of Hartford hero just yet.—
Dom Amore,
Hartford Courant,
4 Mar. 2026
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Best of luck conquering the world today and, of course, do keep in touch.—
Ed Silverman,
STAT,
2 Mar. 2026
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Mathieu Olivier scored the first goal 44 seconds into the second period, taking a pass from Werenski on a 3-on-2 rush and snapping a shot over the glove of Philadelphia goalie Dan Vladar to tie the score 1-1.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
25 Mar. 2026
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Not taking anything for granted.—
Scott Fowler,
Charlotte Observer,
25 Mar. 2026
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Shane Pinto scored on the power play, Warren Foegele added his fifth goal in nine games since being traded and the Ottawa Senators made up more ground in their chase to make the playoffs by beating the New York Rangers 2-1 on Monday night.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
24 Mar. 2026
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Repeat with the remaining flour mixture and buttermilk, beating just until no large lumps remain.—
Cathy Thomas,
Oc Register,
23 Mar. 2026
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After months of due process, in addition to appeals sought by Fort Worth ISD officials, the district was unsuccessful in stopping the state takeover from happening.—
Lina Ruiz,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
24 Mar. 2026
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That tells us the damage from stopping isn't fully reversible, and that has real implications for the millions of people cycling on and off these drugs.—
Melissa Rudy,
FOXNews.com,
24 Mar. 2026
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“Mastering.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mastering. Accessed 31 Mar. 2026.
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