1
as in overcoming
to achieve a victory over
finally mastered her longtime opponent at chess
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2
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
But Musk, a sci-fi fan, has long been focused on humanity colonizing Mars and mastering space travel.
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PC Magazine, 3 Nov. 2025
The mastering guy gets more lines than the entire E Street Band.
—Rob Sheffield, Rolling Stone, 2 Nov. 2025
Dogs begin by mastering basic obedience before moving on to specialized tasks that support their handler’s unique needs.
—Lydia Patrick, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Oct. 2025
Even so, the idea that telling lies could win you an enormous sum of money faster than mastering facts fits in with the shifting realities of our times.
—Snigdha Poonam, The Dial, 28 Oct. 2025
Many CEOs could have been overwhelmed by the daunting challenge of simultaneously mastering media misconceptions on multiple fronts.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 27 Oct. 2025
The music producer is responsible for mastering Springsteen’s Nebraska album, which required him to convert unprocessed cassette demos into high-quality audio.
—Rebecca Aizin, PEOPLE, 25 Oct. 2025
From canning tomatoes to mastering yeast rises, these culinary arts combine utility with pleasure.
—Alesandra Dubin, Southern Living, 21 Oct. 2025
This next four-week chapter is about mastering your intensity — not dimming it.
—Dossé-Via Trenou, Refinery29, 19 Oct. 2025
PC Magazine, 3 Nov. 2025
The mastering guy gets more lines than the entire E Street Band.
—Rob Sheffield, Rolling Stone, 2 Nov. 2025
Dogs begin by mastering basic obedience before moving on to specialized tasks that support their handler’s unique needs.
—Lydia Patrick, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Oct. 2025
Even so, the idea that telling lies could win you an enormous sum of money faster than mastering facts fits in with the shifting realities of our times.
—Snigdha Poonam, The Dial, 28 Oct. 2025
Many CEOs could have been overwhelmed by the daunting challenge of simultaneously mastering media misconceptions on multiple fronts.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 27 Oct. 2025
The music producer is responsible for mastering Springsteen’s Nebraska album, which required him to convert unprocessed cassette demos into high-quality audio.
—Rebecca Aizin, PEOPLE, 25 Oct. 2025
From canning tomatoes to mastering yeast rises, these culinary arts combine utility with pleasure.
—Alesandra Dubin, Southern Living, 21 Oct. 2025
This next four-week chapter is about mastering your intensity — not dimming it.
—Dossé-Via Trenou, Refinery29, 19 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mastering
Verb
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DiMarco’s participation became a highlight of the event, with the student asking thoughtful questions about overcoming imposter syndrome and handling rejection.—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
7 Nov. 2025
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And that religion, like music, can carry the sound of struggle – but also the hope of one day overcoming the injustices and inequalities of everyday life.—
Ken Chitwood,
The Conversation,
5 Nov. 2025
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Kinnear said the Checkers are still learning to deal with things such as lengthy road trips.—
Steve Lyttle,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Jan. 2026
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Dancing along to educational songs brings you and your kids closer together—and turns learning about their world into a fun game.—
Elisabeth Sherman,
Parents,
9 Jan. 2026
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This came on the heels of another fleeting feel-good moment for the Rangers (20-18-6), who opened the new year by defeating the two-time defending champion Florida Panthers in Friday’s Winter Classic.—
Vincent Z. Mercogliano,
New York Times,
6 Jan. 2026
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Zinke faced close races during his second House tenure however, winning his seat in the 2022 midterms by around three points before defeating the same opponent during the 2024 presidential election by more than seven points.—
Hunter Woodall,
CBS News,
5 Jan. 2026
Verb
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The Big Ten pushed for a model that would have each power conference receive multiple automatic bids, with the Big Ten and SEC each receiving four and the ACC and Big 12 each getting two.—
Ralph D. Russo,
New York Times,
8 Nov. 2025
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And the back part of that is that the most fun is getting to act opposite people who are incredibly good, which is true for this cast.—
Lauren Huff,
Entertainment Weekly,
7 Nov. 2025
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Food and drink All-conquering culinary Alpinist Jean-Georges Vongerichten has planted his flag in Dublin at Jean-Georges at The Leinster.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
8 Jan. 2026
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The key to conquering such a bold shade?—
Rosie Jarman,
Vogue,
3 Jan. 2026
Verb
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When in doubt, close the page and verify the URL before taking any action.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
7 Nov. 2025
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Roan ended up taking home the trophy.—
Walden Green,
Pitchfork,
7 Nov. 2025
Verb
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With mixer on medium speed, gradually add heavy cream, 1/2 cup at a time, beating until combined after each addition, 1 to 2 minutes total.—
Amanda Holstein,
Southern Living,
9 Nov. 2025
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On Saturday, that meant beating the Syracuse Orange 38-10 at Hard Rock Stadium.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
9 Nov. 2025
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Federal judge Julia Kobick in Massachusetts issued a preliminary injunction stopping the Administration from enforcing the policy against Orr and six other individual plaintiffs in April.—
Chad de Guzman,
Time,
7 Nov. 2025
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Now, a passenger aircraft that can complete make the journey without stopping is in the final stages of construction, Qantas announced on Friday, releasing first images of the plane as it is assembled.—
Issy Ronald,
CNN Money,
7 Nov. 2025
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“Mastering.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mastering. Accessed 11 Jan. 2026.
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