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Recent Examples of masterstroke
In hindsight, making the character so toothless in the debut episode was a masterstroke.
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Richard Edwards, Space.com, 13 Feb. 2026
The uniform proved a masterstroke.
—Christian Edwards, CNN Money, 12 Dec. 2025
The addition of Gauthier via trade from Philly has proven a masterstroke, while former New York Rangers like Chris Kreider and Jacob Trouba (both have three-game point streaks) have proven to be shrewd acquisitions.
—Andrew Knoll, Oc Register, 5 Nov. 2025
Despite being less tightly curated and neatly packaged as the first game, Hades II is an absolute masterstroke.
—Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 27 Sep. 2025
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Richard Edwards, Space.com, 13 Feb. 2026
The uniform proved a masterstroke.
—Christian Edwards, CNN Money, 12 Dec. 2025
The addition of Gauthier via trade from Philly has proven a masterstroke, while former New York Rangers like Chris Kreider and Jacob Trouba (both have three-game point streaks) have proven to be shrewd acquisitions.
—Andrew Knoll, Oc Register, 5 Nov. 2025
Despite being less tightly curated and neatly packaged as the first game, Hades II is an absolute masterstroke.
—Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 27 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for masterstroke
Noun
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Originally built in 1959 as a modest ranch house, the property was transformed into a sleek architectural showpiece by David Kotzebue Architecture and builders Lowell and Jacquie Strauss of Amalfi West.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
11 May 2026
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This is one of the details that shows the Halcyon Grand is more than just a showpiece, but a genuinely livable tiny home.—
Stefan Ionescu
May 06,
New Atlas,
6 May 2026
Noun
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Victor Wembanyama delivered another masterpiece with 39 points, 15 rebounds and more game-wrecking defense for the San Antonio Spurs, who took a 2-1 lead in the second-round NBA playoff series with a 115-108 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Friday night.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
9 May 2026
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The works come from the museum’s large collection of masterpieces of American and European modern art that was acquired by the wife of the former shah in the 1970s.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
8 May 2026
Noun
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True to her intention, Kouzeh has no tables as of yet, only the counter full of her masterworks, now numbering around 25, with a short menu of coffee and aromatic teas.—
Bill Addison,
Los Angeles Times,
9 May 2026
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Made from a biodegradable plastic and available in a variety of finishes that include lacquer, bronze, and a stone-like lyme, these armless, headless pieces—which start at $850 and can exceed $5,500 for solid bronze—recall masterworks like the Aphrodite of Cyrene.—
Elizabeth Kiefer,
Architectural Digest,
8 May 2026
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Nicks and Buckingham's penchant for brilliant and catchy melodies coupled with their creative and romantic tensions made Fleetwood Mac a musical tour de force, and the band became one of the most successful acts of the 1970s.—
Austin Perry OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
6 May 2026
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The scene is a tour de force for Rodríguez, 46, who has been turning in an award-worthy performance all season long.—
Sabienna Bowman,
PEOPLE,
6 May 2026
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“Masterstroke.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/masterstroke. Accessed 16 May. 2026.
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