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having a special ability to do something well; having talent
a highly talented athlete As a writer, she is enormously talented.
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Recent Examples of talented
In the original musical, nightclub star Linda Low, played in the movie by Nancy Kwan, is a beautiful, vivacious and talented performer.
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Marla Jo Fisher, Daily News, 4 May 2026
We’re especially thrilled to be developing it with the wildly talented Wayne Brady, who will be phenomenal in the role of Terence/Joan.
—Brent Lang, Variety, 4 May 2026
This event celebrates the creativity and dedication of the school’s elementary, junior high and high school music students, featuring a vibrant showcase of performances by talented musicians.
—Hema Sivanandam, Mercury News, 4 May 2026
The documentary When Men Dance, which just held its world premiere at the Miami Film Festival, focuses on talented performers who have defied the taboo, throwing themselves body and soul into the artform.
—Matthew Carey, Deadline, 4 May 2026
Agents like to negotiate shorter-term deals for their most-talented clients.
—Jonathan M. Alexander, Houston Chronicle, 3 May 2026
Still, few think the Lakers, who advanced past the first round for the first time since 2023, can get by the deep and talented Thunder.
—Broderick Turner, Los Angeles Times, 3 May 2026
By providing a platform for other talented athletes to do the same, the three-time Olympic gold medalist might just leave behind a legacy larger than his decades of cultural clout.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 2 May 2026
The Spurs are a deep team at full health, won 62 games this season, have a plethora of talented guards and, above all else, tout a top-five player in basketball in Victor Wembanyama.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 2 May 2026
Marla Jo Fisher, Daily News, 4 May 2026
We’re especially thrilled to be developing it with the wildly talented Wayne Brady, who will be phenomenal in the role of Terence/Joan.
—Brent Lang, Variety, 4 May 2026
This event celebrates the creativity and dedication of the school’s elementary, junior high and high school music students, featuring a vibrant showcase of performances by talented musicians.
—Hema Sivanandam, Mercury News, 4 May 2026
The documentary When Men Dance, which just held its world premiere at the Miami Film Festival, focuses on talented performers who have defied the taboo, throwing themselves body and soul into the artform.
—Matthew Carey, Deadline, 4 May 2026
Agents like to negotiate shorter-term deals for their most-talented clients.
—Jonathan M. Alexander, Houston Chronicle, 3 May 2026
Still, few think the Lakers, who advanced past the first round for the first time since 2023, can get by the deep and talented Thunder.
—Broderick Turner, Los Angeles Times, 3 May 2026
By providing a platform for other talented athletes to do the same, the three-time Olympic gold medalist might just leave behind a legacy larger than his decades of cultural clout.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 2 May 2026
The Spurs are a deep team at full health, won 62 games this season, have a plethora of talented guards and, above all else, tout a top-five player in basketball in Victor Wembanyama.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 2 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for talented
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Either the gifted McKenna or the all-around skillset of Stenberg, both 18, would no doubt be valuable additions to the Sharks’ roster, and at least one will be available at the NHL draft in June after the Toronto Maple Leafs select first.—
Curtis Pashelka,
Mercury News,
7 May 2026
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Beecham was one at least 10 family members and friends who testified about the gifted student and talented wide receiver.—
Grethel Aguila,
Miami Herald,
5 May 2026
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This episode is a showcase for Aleida’s unapologetic, highly skilled direct communications style.—
Sophie Brookover,
Vulture,
1 May 2026
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Effective programs have shown a significant impact in building engineering pipelines, resulting in high numbers of full-time, highly skilled hires.—
Mike Kelleher,
Baltimore Sun,
30 Apr. 2026
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This country has produced leaders who understood that the office was never about them, that service means something, and that the people watching from home deserve better than a system that rewards the skillful exit over the honest reckoning.—
Nick Weston,
The Orlando Sentinel,
2 May 2026
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Miami coach Mario Cristobal is known for his skillful recruiting of top prospects.—
Adam Lichtenstein,
Sun Sentinel,
25 Apr. 2026
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Yet, despite the fact that only 30% of CPS students in grades three through eight meet proficiency standards in reading and only 18% are proficient in math, CTU wants kids at a May Day political rally.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
1 May 2026
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In 2024, only 25% of eighth graders were proficient in math and 28% of students were proficient in reading.—
Matt Fleming,
Oc Register,
1 May 2026
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Probably those who trust institutions the most, and who can sacrifice some efficiency for an outdated but fancy stamp of approval—in other words, the children of the wealthy and educated.—
Jay Caspian Kang,
New Yorker,
5 May 2026
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The shutdown has piled new pressures on Iran’s once large and educated middle class, already struggling in the face of a prewar currency crash.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
30 Apr. 2026
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In the hands of an experienced user, a midrange disc might even function well as the tee-off throw.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
6 May 2026
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The measure allows retired educators to go back to the classroom while continuing to receive their pension benefits — a move aimed at addressing staffing needs and keeping experienced teachers in schools.—
La'Tasha Givens,
CBS News,
6 May 2026
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Combining the elements of compelling camera composition and movement in continuous close ups as well as beautifully accomplished technocrane work fully exploring the film’s characters emotional journey through joy and crisis was powerful.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
7 May 2026
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Four accomplished leaders in the fields of retail, apparel, entertainment and technology were honored Thursday at the 48th Annual Outstanding Mother Awards.—
Lisa Lockwood,
Footwear News,
7 May 2026
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“Talented.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/talented. Accessed 8 May. 2026.
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