as in expertise
knowledge gained by actually doing or living through something
he had acquired valuable skills during his life at sea
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Recent Examples of skills
Goodman’s skills behind the plate and his growth as a game caller and student of the game are not as easily measured.
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Patrick Saunders, Denver Post, 27 Sep. 2025
In the first of two classes with fake guns that don’t fire real bullets, Tamra impresses Jenn and Emily with her target-shooting skills.
—Peter Larsen, Oc Register, 27 Sep. 2025
Driven by a belief in the power of African storytelling, Benson intends to create a first-of-its-kind storytelling institute in Lagos that is primarily focused on equipping emerging filmmakers with practical skills in factual filmmaking and impact-driven storytelling.
—Brent Lang, Variety, 26 Sep. 2025
For fathers, everyday parenting is full of opportunities to practice those leadership skills.
—Alex Shoemaker, Parents, 26 Sep. 2025
Berry also recommends parents and children practice healthy coping skills, such as progressive muscle relaxation or journaling, together.
—Kristen Rogers, CNN Money, 26 Sep. 2025
Eventually, nerve cells—particularly those in the part of the brain that regulates movement and cognitive skills like motivation, habit formation, and decision-making—degrade, leading to physical and cognitive symptoms.
—Alice Park, Time, 26 Sep. 2025
If a child already possesses these skills, then redshirting is not needed.
—Erick Trevino, AZCentral.com, 26 Sep. 2025
And considering that nearly one in five LinkedIn job postings no longer list a degree requirement, Lorenzetti says that employers are increasingly prioritizing skills over academic credentials—a stark reminder that career success is no longer tied to a traditional academic path.
—Preston Fore, Fortune, 19 Sep. 2025
Patrick Saunders, Denver Post, 27 Sep. 2025
In the first of two classes with fake guns that don’t fire real bullets, Tamra impresses Jenn and Emily with her target-shooting skills.
—Peter Larsen, Oc Register, 27 Sep. 2025
Driven by a belief in the power of African storytelling, Benson intends to create a first-of-its-kind storytelling institute in Lagos that is primarily focused on equipping emerging filmmakers with practical skills in factual filmmaking and impact-driven storytelling.
—Brent Lang, Variety, 26 Sep. 2025
For fathers, everyday parenting is full of opportunities to practice those leadership skills.
—Alex Shoemaker, Parents, 26 Sep. 2025
Berry also recommends parents and children practice healthy coping skills, such as progressive muscle relaxation or journaling, together.
—Kristen Rogers, CNN Money, 26 Sep. 2025
Eventually, nerve cells—particularly those in the part of the brain that regulates movement and cognitive skills like motivation, habit formation, and decision-making—degrade, leading to physical and cognitive symptoms.
—Alice Park, Time, 26 Sep. 2025
If a child already possesses these skills, then redshirting is not needed.
—Erick Trevino, AZCentral.com, 26 Sep. 2025
And considering that nearly one in five LinkedIn job postings no longer list a degree requirement, Lorenzetti says that employers are increasingly prioritizing skills over academic credentials—a stark reminder that career success is no longer tied to a traditional academic path.
—Preston Fore, Fortune, 19 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for skills
Noun
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Aman holds expertise in politics, travel, and tech news, especially in AI, advanced algorithms, and blockchain, with a strong curiosity about all things that fall under science and tech.—
Aman Tripathi,
Interesting Engineering,
27 Sep. 2025
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Peng denies such ties, and says Pony’s Chinese expertise may give it advantages in the US — despite the hostile political climate.—
Andrew Edgecliffe-Johnson,
semafor.com,
26 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The experience later prompted him to go to therapy.—
Anthony Robledo,
USA Today,
26 Sep. 2025
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The spiritual experience here, these days, happens when Joyce clocks in.—
Josh Crutchmer,
Rolling Stone,
25 Sep. 2025
Noun
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About 78% failed to reach proficiency in math for their grade on the 2024-25 exam.—
Kayla Huynh,
jsonline.com,
25 Sep. 2025
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Growth in math proficiency was similar, said Horne.—
Arlyssa D. Becenti,
AZCentral.com,
25 Sep. 2025
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“Skills.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/skills. Accessed 30 Sep. 2025.
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