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as in trained
to bring to a proper or desired state of fitness
carefully seasoned the cast iron pan with vegetable oil before using it for the first time
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as in strengthened
to make able to withstand physical hardship, strain, or exposure
troops that had been seasoned by months of intense training
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as in prepared
to make competent (as by training, skill, or ability) for a particular office or function
her campaign manager has been seasoned by several hotly contested gubernatorial campaigns
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Recent Examples of seasoned
Katie James Watkinson, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Jan. 2026
Even so, embodying Lee and choreographing her intense movements proved to be demanding for the seasoned actress.
—Andrew McGowan, Variety, 6 Jan. 2026
Ready is a serial entrepreneur and seasoned tech executive.
—Lucy Maguire, Vogue, 5 Jan. 2026
The Commanders continue to miss routine tackles, continue to give up easy yards in the middle of the field, continue to struggle with covering tight ends and continue to make backup quarterbacks look like seasoned veterans.
—The Athletic Nfl Staff, New York Times, 5 Jan. 2026
With countless fabrics, styles, and measurements to choose from, even seasoned designers admit the margin for error is high.
—Marisa Suzanne Martin, The Spruce, 2 Jan. 2026
How to read more this year Between trying new formats and knowing when to put down the book, these eight suggestions will benefit any reader – seasoned or rookie.
—Clare Mulroy, USA Today, 2 Jan. 2026
The new mayor and his team have spent the weeks since his election victory preparing for the transition, surrounding Mamdani with seasoned hands who have worked inside or alongside city government.
—Anthony Izaguirre, Los Angeles Times, 1 Jan. 2026
The seasoned host earns a lot just for ushering in the New Year!
—Lea Veloso, StyleCaster, 31 Dec. 2025
Brittany Shepherd, ABC News, 3 Nov. 2025
The greens, seasoned to perfection with layers of flavor, are a nod to heritage and the comfort of soul food.
—Essence, 3 Nov. 2025
The garlic and herb butter is seasoned with chicken bouillon to give these potatoes all their flavor and aroma.
—Melinda Salchert, Southern Living, 1 Nov. 2025
Making its debut at the festival this year is the New Horizons program, highlighting work from rising and seasoned French filmmakers who express a unique cinematic vision.
—Ryan Gajewski, HollywoodReporter, 31 Oct. 2025
The Miami Cubano that Garcia makes is a beautiful mound of meat to behold, with roast pork seasoned well and pickles offering a pop.
—Timothy Depeugh, Charlotte Observer, 30 Oct. 2025
Blanch puntarelle ribbons in boiling water generously seasoned with vinegar, salt, and sugar.
—Katie Parla, Saveur, 30 Oct. 2025
In Milan, the Leonardo da Vinci Museum is a hit with curious kids; in Amman, Jordan, the Royal Automobile Museum surprises even seasoned travelers.
—Christie Holmes, Travel + Leisure, 25 Oct. 2025
The burgers here are thin and well-seasoned and served on a fresh bun.
—Jared Kaufman, Twin Cities, 22 Oct. 2025
Adjective
Even seasoned city dwellers can get turned around.
—Katie James Watkinson, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Jan. 2026
Even so, embodying Lee and choreographing her intense movements proved to be demanding for the seasoned actress.
—Andrew McGowan, Variety, 6 Jan. 2026
Ready is a serial entrepreneur and seasoned tech executive.
—Lucy Maguire, Vogue, 5 Jan. 2026
The Commanders continue to miss routine tackles, continue to give up easy yards in the middle of the field, continue to struggle with covering tight ends and continue to make backup quarterbacks look like seasoned veterans.
—The Athletic Nfl Staff, New York Times, 5 Jan. 2026
With countless fabrics, styles, and measurements to choose from, even seasoned designers admit the margin for error is high.
—Marisa Suzanne Martin, The Spruce, 2 Jan. 2026
How to read more this year Between trying new formats and knowing when to put down the book, these eight suggestions will benefit any reader – seasoned or rookie.
—Clare Mulroy, USA Today, 2 Jan. 2026
The new mayor and his team have spent the weeks since his election victory preparing for the transition, surrounding Mamdani with seasoned hands who have worked inside or alongside city government.
—Anthony Izaguirre, Los Angeles Times, 1 Jan. 2026
The seasoned host earns a lot just for ushering in the New Year!
—Lea Veloso, StyleCaster, 31 Dec. 2025
Verb
Some Democrats argue that not having one main spokesperson presents an opportunity for the various stars, rising or seasoned, to sparkle.
—Brittany Shepherd, ABC News, 3 Nov. 2025
The greens, seasoned to perfection with layers of flavor, are a nod to heritage and the comfort of soul food.
—Essence, 3 Nov. 2025
The garlic and herb butter is seasoned with chicken bouillon to give these potatoes all their flavor and aroma.
—Melinda Salchert, Southern Living, 1 Nov. 2025
Making its debut at the festival this year is the New Horizons program, highlighting work from rising and seasoned French filmmakers who express a unique cinematic vision.
—Ryan Gajewski, HollywoodReporter, 31 Oct. 2025
The Miami Cubano that Garcia makes is a beautiful mound of meat to behold, with roast pork seasoned well and pickles offering a pop.
—Timothy Depeugh, Charlotte Observer, 30 Oct. 2025
Blanch puntarelle ribbons in boiling water generously seasoned with vinegar, salt, and sugar.
—Katie Parla, Saveur, 30 Oct. 2025
In Milan, the Leonardo da Vinci Museum is a hit with curious kids; in Amman, Jordan, the Royal Automobile Museum surprises even seasoned travelers.
—Christie Holmes, Travel + Leisure, 25 Oct. 2025
The burgers here are thin and well-seasoned and served on a fresh bun.
—Jared Kaufman, Twin Cities, 22 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for seasoned
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Collaborating with industry leaders, academic institutions and others to ensure Iowa develops a skilled workforce for the growing nuclear energy sector.—
Marissa Payne,
Des Moines Register,
6 Jan. 2026
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The only problem is that Mason Graham, Carson Schwesinger, Quinshon Judkins and Harold Fannin aren’t skilled at throwing passes or blocking defensive linemen.—
Jason Lloyd,
New York Times,
6 Jan. 2026
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This apple dessert is perfectly spiced and iced with a decadent cream cheese frosting.—
Krissy Tiglias,
Southern Living,
7 Nov. 2025
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Sophie Buhai’s faux pearl and black glass crystal drop earrings and Yi Collection’s emerald and gold ring spiced up the sophisticated look.—
Kelsey Stewart,
Footwear News,
7 Nov. 2025
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However, former Federal Air Marshal Peter Johnson — who founded Archway Defense, which has trained state, local and federal law enforcement in firearms for the past decade — told WCCO the street is not the place to challenge a federal agent's orders.—
WCCO Staff,
CBS News,
8 Jan. 2026
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Staff have been and are being trained to recognize trauma.—
Connye Griffin,
Kansas City Star,
7 Jan. 2026
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The storm has strengthened into the equivalent of a Category 4 Hurricane and is expected to hit central Vietnam Thursday night — an area that hasn’t yet recovered from disastrous flash flooding and landslides caused by weeks of record rainfall and successive storms.—
Helen Regan,
CNN Money,
6 Nov. 2025
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Mexican Security Secretary Omar García Harfuch has said several operations already underway in Michoacán, including arresting those involved in organized crime, would be strengthened.—
Ellie Cook,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 Nov. 2025
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Nothing could have prepared her for the diagnosis that was yet to come.—
Alyce Collins,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
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Democrats prepared for a high-profile Trump rally or endorsement in Pennsylvania that never came.—
David Weigel,
semafor.com,
6 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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Italy’s squad in 1934 had been extremely experienced; Pozzo knew that there would have to be a complete overhaul for 1938.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
7 Nov. 2025
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Wisconsin lawmakers are considering a bill to allow experienced physician assistants to practice independently.—
Jessie Opoien,
jsonline.com,
7 Nov. 2025
Verb
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The cherry-flavored, spicy soda was given a quirky name to compete with the doctor.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
4 Nov. 2025
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Pan de muerto, a traditional sweet bread, decorated with dough shaped cross-bones, flavored with orange zest and topped with sugar, is often enjoyed on the holiday.—
Michelle Del Rey,
USA Today,
31 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Google, Meta, Microsoft’s LinkedIn, and Elon Musk’s X have all delayed, adjusted, or flat-out refused to launch AI products because of the bloc’s laws.—
Andrew Nusca,
Fortune,
10 Nov. 2025
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What’s more, your defense adjusted, digging in its heels, getting to Northwestern’s running backs closer to the line of scrimmage so that the Wildcats gained only 28 yards on the ground in the second half after rushing for 102 in the first.—
Mirjam Swanson,
Oc Register,
8 Nov. 2025
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“Seasoned.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/seasoned. Accessed 8 Jan. 2026.
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