as in proficient
having or showing exceptional knowledge, experience, or skill in a field of endeavor
a delicate brain operation requiring the services of a highly skilled surgeon
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Recent Examples of skilled
My research has shown that public service incentives help attract skilled workers to work for nonprofits and other organizations that try to help people.
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Jennifer L. Steele, The Conversation, 3 Nov. 2025
Each show, videos of Larsson’s biblically accurate Y2K outfits, skilled choreography, and vocal prowess racked up tens of thousands of likes across social media platforms.
—Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 31 Oct. 2025
District leaders argued that having an extra day off can give veteran teachers a reason to stay with ISD, while attracting a larger pool of skilled educators who are newer to teaching.
—Ilana Arougheti
updated October 30, Kansas City Star, 30 Oct. 2025
Immigration lawyers predict that an early, high-profile case will be used to set precedent and signal deterrence, even as industry groups warn that tighter enforcement and new visa costs could drive more high-skilled work abroad.
—Robert Alexander, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Oct. 2025
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Jennifer L. Steele, The Conversation, 3 Nov. 2025
Each show, videos of Larsson’s biblically accurate Y2K outfits, skilled choreography, and vocal prowess racked up tens of thousands of likes across social media platforms.
—Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 31 Oct. 2025
District leaders argued that having an extra day off can give veteran teachers a reason to stay with ISD, while attracting a larger pool of skilled educators who are newer to teaching.
—Ilana Arougheti
updated October 30, Kansas City Star, 30 Oct. 2025
Immigration lawyers predict that an early, high-profile case will be used to set precedent and signal deterrence, even as industry groups warn that tighter enforcement and new visa costs could drive more high-skilled work abroad.
—Robert Alexander, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for skilled
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Baltimore’s game against the Chicago Bears saw the return of full-back Patrick Ricard on offense – a key component in their usually-proficient running game – as well as star linebacker Roquan Smith and starting cornerback Chidobe Awuzie all taking to the field.—
Ben Morse,
CNN Money,
29 Oct. 2025
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Over 60% of third graders did not score proficient on the state's 2025 M-STEP assessment.—
Clara Hendrickson,
Freep.com,
29 Oct. 2025
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Radiolarians are adept at distilling silica, a form of quartz, from seawater, a process known as biomineralization.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 Oct. 2025
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That Hedda has forged such a life for herself is a testament to her wiles — no one is more adept at delivering acidic barbs cloaked by a friendly hand on the shoulder.—
Abby Monteil,
Them.,
28 Oct. 2025
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But Kroos retired from all football in summer 2024, and there were concerns at the club this off-season that the squad lacks such experienced heads, after Modric (and fellow long-serving squad member Lucas Vazquez) also left.—
Dermot Corrigan,
New York Times,
31 Oct. 2025
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Wes Ostgaard, the hiker who summoned rescuers after finding Ortiz's body, told USA TODAY that the extreme conditions on the mountain that day could have tripped up even the most experienced climbers.—
Amanda Lee Myers,
USA Today,
31 Oct. 2025
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Subscribe to the Life Kit newsletter for expert advice on love, money, relationships and more.—
NPR,
NPR,
30 Oct. 2025
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For full daily and monthly horoscopes as well as expert readings, see our full Horoscopes experience.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
30 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Add in the flourishes provided by Poku and Kofane, in particular — the former’s opening goal last weekend was a masterpiece — and the picture is of a brittle but talented group, clearly in a development stage, but with obvious potential in key areas.—
Sebastian Stafford-Bloor,
New York Times,
31 Oct. 2025
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In doing so, Sonny mentors a talented but inexperienced rookie named Joshua Pearce (Damson Idris) and brings an unconventional style of racing to the track.—
Tommy McArdle,
PEOPLE,
30 Oct. 2025
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Kayla Poirier didn’t get the glory that comes associated with scoring a goal, but without a couple skillful touches by the senior, Mahtomedi would no longer have a chance to repeat as state champions.—
Mike Cook,
Twin Cities,
29 Oct. 2025
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The skillful craftsmanship of the artists is amazing, and the story is also great.—
Billboard Japan,
Billboard,
28 Oct. 2025
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“Skilled.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/skilled. Accessed 5 Nov. 2025.
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