as in vet
a person with long experience in a specified area
as a veteran of overseas travel, she gave us solid advice about planning our trip
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as in skilled
having or showing exceptional knowledge, experience, or skill in a field of endeavor
a veteran teacher who mentors new teachers
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Recent Examples of veteran
Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 4 June 2026
One of them was Gary Langston, a veteran who said his parents, a Vietnam veteran and an Army nurse, were both buried at Arlington National Cemetery.
—Fritz Farrow, ABC News, 4 June 2026
Pete Sweeney, Kansas City Star, 29 May 2026
The grant program will advance efforts to eliminate veteran homelessness, address food insecurity, and support economic stability and workforce preparedness, Wu’s office said.
—Gayla Cawley, Boston Herald, 29 May 2026
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Noun
Ferreira is a fashion veteran who has developed global branding strategy for firms like Palm Angels, Lacoste and Miss Sixty.
—Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 4 June 2026
One of them was Gary Langston, a veteran who said his parents, a Vietnam veteran and an Army nurse, were both buried at Arlington National Cemetery.
—Fritz Farrow, ABC News, 4 June 2026
Adjective
Joining now-second-year back Brashard Smith are veteran Emari Demercado and fifth-round rookie Emmett Johnson.
—Pete Sweeney, Kansas City Star, 29 May 2026
The grant program will advance efforts to eliminate veteran homelessness, address food insecurity, and support economic stability and workforce preparedness, Wu’s office said.
—Gayla Cawley, Boston Herald, 29 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for veteran
Noun
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Outside linebackers Jaelan Phillips and Pat Jones had vet days.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
3 June 2026
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Many lawsuits, protests and government promises later, housing for more than 1,200 vets has been built and there's construction all over the campus.—
Quil Lawrence,
NPR,
2 June 2026
Adjective
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Workshop bookings from tourists are helping skilled craftspeople stay in business — and keeping the techniques themselves from disappearing.—
Hanna Wickes,
Charlotte Observer,
29 May 2026
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Evergreen Valley College sits right in the heart of East San José and produces talented, skilled graduates who are ready to work.—
Mercury News Editorial Board,
Mercury News,
29 May 2026
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Police and fire rescue experts say this is also serves a reminder to always wear personal flotation devices in and around rivers, creeks, ditches and lakes.—
Dillon Thomas,
CBS News,
4 June 2026
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But despite this, experts say the lack of AI play is not the main reason why global investors are exiting India.—
Priyanka Salve,
CNBC,
4 June 2026
Adjective
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Here are the biggest ways eclipse travelers could accidentally miss the spectacle — and how experienced eclipse chasers will plan to avoid disappointment.—
Jamie Carter,
Space.com,
3 June 2026
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For this particular yacht, the experienced owner mixed and matched from different palettes to create a unique interior with an emphasis on natural tones such as beige, earth, and cream.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
3 June 2026
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Become a Vogue Business Member—the ultimate resource for fashion and beauty industry professionals.—
Anna Grace Lee,
Vogue,
29 May 2026
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AltaMed doctors and medical professionals traded stethoscopes for fliers advertising voting sites and canvassed neighborhoods in Santa Ana ahead of the June 2 primary on Tuesday to connect with residents who had been diagnosed as low-propensity or inconsistent voters.—
Kaitlyn Schallhorn,
Oc Register,
29 May 2026
Adjective
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The models have shown themselves adept at finding security flaws in software, creating concerns that adversaries could use them to launch cyberattacks on government agencies, banks and critical infrastructure.—
Cat Zakrzewski The Washington Post,
Arkansas Online,
7 June 2026
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Galitzine has proven himself adept at comedic acting and looks to be a perfect pick for the comically masculine role of He-Man.—
Brianna Zigler,
Entertainment Weekly,
5 June 2026
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The hotel offers an exclusive excursion to the nearby home of the late master perfumer Serge Lutens, which is not open to the public and does not allow photos.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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Judith graduated with a bachelor’s degree in English from the Ohio State University and later earned a master’s degree at Northwestern University.—
Rick Kogan,
Chicago Tribune,
2 June 2026
Adjective
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What followed in the 20th minute, though, is the kind of end-to-end attack that is the hallmark of the American game, with a skillful finish that is decidedly uncommon from a USA star.—
Kyle Feldscher,
CNN Money,
31 May 2026
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The remarks not only referred to the aesthetics of the game – tedious matches devoid of skillful merit that were unpleasing to watch.—
Cesar R. Torres,
The Conversation,
26 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Veteran.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/veteran. Accessed 9 Jun. 2026.
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