as in sorcery
the power to control natural forces through supernatural means
a movie about wizardry and bizarre creatures
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Recent Examples of wizardry
The crop launched the career of supermodel Linda Evangelista in the late ’80s, thanks to the wizardry of French hairstylist Julien d’Ys, but makes an equally strong statement when interpreted for the feminine ingénue (think Mia Farrow and Emma Watson).
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Tish Weinstock, Vogue, 9 Apr. 2025
Reggie Miller, arguably the original 3-point marksman and whose off-ball shooting wizardry created the modern blueprint for Curry’s style, scored all 25,279 of his points in the NBA for the Indiana Pacers in a career that spanned from 1987 until 2005.
—Joseph Dycus, Mercury News, 7 Apr. 2025
Plus, Guardians’ wizardry deserves more attention Prospect Cam Smith makes Astros’ Opening Day roster after just 32 minor-league games
NL West’s real race starts in Arizona.
—Jon Greenberg, New York Times, 26 Mar. 2025
Filming each episode required three weeks of intense rehearsal, technical wizardry, and intricate choreography that actors likened to a theatre production.
—Randall Colburn, EW.com, 25 Mar. 2025
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Tish Weinstock, Vogue, 9 Apr. 2025
Reggie Miller, arguably the original 3-point marksman and whose off-ball shooting wizardry created the modern blueprint for Curry’s style, scored all 25,279 of his points in the NBA for the Indiana Pacers in a career that spanned from 1987 until 2005.
—Joseph Dycus, Mercury News, 7 Apr. 2025
Plus, Guardians’ wizardry deserves more attention Prospect Cam Smith makes Astros’ Opening Day roster after just 32 minor-league games
NL West’s real race starts in Arizona.
—Jon Greenberg, New York Times, 26 Mar. 2025
Filming each episode required three weeks of intense rehearsal, technical wizardry, and intricate choreography that actors likened to a theatre production.
—Randall Colburn, EW.com, 25 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for wizardry
Noun
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Bassett’s sword and sorcery movie Red Sonja will be released by Samuel Goldwyn Films later this year.—
Melanie Goodfellow,
Deadline,
9 May 2025
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His Game 2 first half was evidence that his sorcery is still capable of outpacing Father Time.—
Bennett Durando,
Denver Post,
21 Apr. 2025
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The plot, which takes place in Páez’s native province of Santa Fe, involves a witchcraft university, an itinerant circus, and the fateful meeting of two teenagers.—
Ernesto Lechner,
Rolling Stone,
10 May 2025
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In Africa, for instance, there is a misconception that the affected person has been cursed by witchcraft or that the movement disorder is contagious.—
Indu Subramanian,
The Conversation,
1 May 2025
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Men’s Pro Doubles Recap US Open bronze medalists and shock APP singles finalist Bhatia couldn’t continue his Naples magic with partner Mehta on tour, losing in the 16s to the unstoppable top seeds Will Howells & Jack Munro.—
Todd Boss,
Forbes.com,
12 May 2025
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Opponents are figuring out how neutralize Miami by denying Messi and his attacking partners space to work their magic and outracing Miami players in transition.—
Michelle Kaufman,
Miami Herald,
11 May 2025
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“Wizardry.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wizardry. Accessed 21 May. 2025.
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