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
  • While there is no universal formula for tariff preparedness, these strategies can serve as a foundation for meaningful discussions and practical action.
    Curt Mueller, Forbes.com, 15 May 2025
  • Many companies have been raising prices to mitigate cost increases from the 10% universal tariffs on every product entering the United States and higher levies on Chinese goods.
    Nathaniel Meyersohn, CNN Money, 15 May 2025
Adjective
  • The area’s labor pool can satisfy practically any employer’s requirements, from upper management, technical and office workers to skilled employees for the production line.
    Rohit Arora, Forbes.com, 10 May 2025
  • While patients and providers say teletherapy is effective and easier to get than in-person services, experts in the field noted that teletherapy often requires a skilled mental health practitioner trained to pick up subtle communication cues.
    Phillip Reese, Los Angeles Times, 9 May 2025
Adjective
  • Newton’s jewels are alive with her mastery of design, composition, skillful use of materials, and an instinct for creating irresistible objects.
    Kyle Roderick, Forbes.com, 24 Apr. 2025
  • 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
Adjective
  • In fact, 89% of C-suite marketers recognize that employees can bring great value to their businesses as influencers.
    Sarah Goodall, Forbes.com, 20 May 2025
  • Even in Paris, this would make a great evening bag and match practically any outfit.
    Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 20 May 2025
Adjective
  • While everything is versatile enough to warrant endless wear, each pick is also under $100.
    Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 9 May 2025
  • The style is quite versatile; half-tuck a top into it, pull on a cropped tank and cardigan, and finish the look with loafers, kitten heels, or fisherman sandals.
    Malia Griggs, Glamour, 9 May 2025
Adjective
  • As the size and complexity of solar assets increased, the provision of proficient O&M and asset management services became imperative for ensuring optimal performance.
    Joern Hackbarth, Forbes.com, 14 May 2025
  • First, is the acknowledgment by the Commission on Innovation and Excellence in Education (the Kirwan Commission) that, per the Maryland Comprehensive Assessment Program (MCAP) 2021 assessment, only 35% of Grade 3-8 students are proficient in English, just 15% in math.
    Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 13 May 2025
Adjective
  • The look was designed by Tolu Coker, a British-Nigerian designer celebrated for masterful tailoring that fuses masculine aesthetics with feminine silhouettes, brought to life through loud, vivid patterns.
    Essence, Essence, 9 May 2025
  • The Brazilian had just scored the third goal of the visitors’ masterful comeback from 2-0 down.
    Beren Cross, New York Times, 8 May 2025
Adjective
  • The regular wide version has been my go-to choice for trips for the past year, proving itself a capable all-round pad.
    Scott Gilbertson, Wired News, 11 May 2025
  • How can Manchester City control games in and out of possession when its best player and top scorer offers so little in terms of his all-round play?
    Graham Ruthven, Forbes.com, 10 May 2025

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