well-rounded

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Recent Examples of well-rounded The hope on all sides is that Veiga will return to Chelsea this summer as a more experienced and well-rounded player, capable of playing a bigger role for Maresca. Liam Twomey, The Athletic, 23 Jan. 2025 Happy, healthy and well-rounded children can be raised in many different ways. Mark Travers, Forbes, 19 Jan. 2025 But the analysis also looked into less flashy metrics — including access to hiking trails, acres of nearby parkland, and the cost of living — to determine how well-rounded the most fun locations are and how accessible that fun is to the average person. Madeline Fitzgerald, Quartz, 2 Dec. 2024 Throughout the group stage, few teams had as well-rounded a line anywhere on a field as the United States’ attack. Jeff Rueter, The Athletic, 3 Aug. 2024 Although Oklahoma City was a balanced and well-rounded team throughout the season, what primarily drove this high level of success was the Thunder’s performance at home. Nick Crain, Forbes, 9 Sep. 2024 Patrick Paul progresses through his rookie season, one of his main goals will be absorbing knowledge like a sponge from two of the wisest and most well-rounded players on the team — veteran left tackles Terron Armstead and Kendall Lamm. Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 8 July 2024 Nothing the junior did during the region or state tournaments dipped below a 9.0, establishing her as one of the most consistent and well-rounded gymnasts in the area. Taylor Lyons, Washington Post, 20 June 2024 Although the beauty and fashion industries are continuing to expand and include more diverse and well-rounded teams, there is still a long way to go. Essence, 28 Sep. 2023
Recent Examples of Synonyms for well-rounded
Adjective
  • In an era that demands universal connectivity, these technologies enable people to embrace the power of being connected—with confidence, ease, and convenience.
    Wyles Daniel, USA Today, 21 Apr. 2025
  • The movement's influence quickly transcended national borders, and by 1990, Earth Day had mobilized 200 million people across 141 countries, underscoring a universal commitment to environmental stewardship.
    Monica Sanders, Forbes.com, 20 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • He has been credited as a skilled recruiter and defensive coordinator who contributed to the school reaching the NCAA Tournament in each of those seasons.
    Edward Lee, Baltimore Sun, 28 Apr. 2025
  • Guests can savor artisanal cocktails crafted by skilled mixologists while enjoying live entertainment on select evenings, creating an unforgettable dining experience under the stars.
    Michaela Trimble, Vogue, 28 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • The show’s real draw is its cast, which expands to include Matthew Rhys as a troubled detective, and a skillful adaptation that highlights the glossiest, cleverest elements of classic Christie—and adds a pinch of eros.
    Judy Berman, Time, 30 Apr. 2025
  • Then the animators could take over and finish the rest with their skillful photorealism.
    Bill Desowitz, IndieWire, 18 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • This is a great UFC Fight Night that will not disappoint; make sure to tune in and catch all the action.
    Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Apr. 2025
  • Cancer, a disease that doesn’t discriminate and spares no one from its reach, has long been one of humanity’s greatest adversaries.
    Daniel Fusch, USA Today, 27 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • The result was versatile clothing designed to transition seamlessly from workout to workday, aligning with her quality-over-quantity ethos.
    Melissa Noel, Essence, 29 Apr. 2025
  • Wallner says the way women are approaching watches now is as versatile investment pieces that can be worn as easily and interchangeable as jewelry—a conscious shift that speaks both to how expensive watches can be, and the fact that there isn’t always a functional need for one.
    Talia Abbas, Vogue, 29 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • That score means those students haven’t mastered even the basic skills needed to become proficient readers.
    Silas Allen, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 Apr. 2025
  • What’s Included in Your Climb A proficient climb leader will be with you the entire way, from start to finish.
    Wendy Altschuler, Forbes.com, 14 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • Thanks for all the laughs, the Kiki, the listening hear, shoulder the cry, the reading for filth, the masterful shade and endless love.
    Marc Berman, Forbes.com, 27 Apr. 2025
  • Tony Gilroy’s masterful series is so good that the sci-fi Star Wars of it all sometimes seems irrelevant compared to the nuanced takes on resistance and fascism.
    James Grebey, Vulture, 23 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • His all-round game is now beginning to match his proficiency in front of goal, which has brought four goals in his last three games.
    Steve Madeley, New York Times, 7 Apr. 2025
  • Here are the report’s key findings: Pixel 10 Pro: will include the best sensors for superior all-round image quality. Pixel 10: tipped to gain a telephoto lens, but with lower-quality sensors all round.
    Paul Monckton, Forbes.com, 6 Apr. 2025

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