as in virtuoso
accomplished with trained ability
the pitcher gave a workmanlike performance, allowing the other team to score only a single run
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Recent Examples of workmanlike
Oasis, often workmanlike in their performances, have played the same set on every night of the Live ‘25 Tour, but no matter — each of the 23 songs landed with an ovation.
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Joseph Hudak, Rolling Stone, 29 Aug. 2025
Still, the play was workmanlike, and after an exciting rally to hold off set point, Sinner eventually forced a tiebreak, winning it 7-4.
—Vogue, 26 Jan. 2025
The scale is ceremonial, but materials such as those structural columns painted white are workmanlike and efficient.
—John King, San Francisco Chronicle, 15 Apr. 2023
What everyone made sure to add, though, was his workmanlike approach to the position.
—Andrew Gillis, cleveland, 10 Jan. 2023
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Joseph Hudak, Rolling Stone, 29 Aug. 2025
Still, the play was workmanlike, and after an exciting rally to hold off set point, Sinner eventually forced a tiebreak, winning it 7-4.
—Vogue, 26 Jan. 2025
The scale is ceremonial, but materials such as those structural columns painted white are workmanlike and efficient.
—John King, San Francisco Chronicle, 15 Apr. 2023
What everyone made sure to add, though, was his workmanlike approach to the position.
—Andrew Gillis, cleveland, 10 Jan. 2023
See All Example Sentences for workmanlike
Recent Examples of Synonyms for workmanlike
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Kirk Baxter’s arrhythmic cutting is designed around quicksilver shifts that, along with Barry Ackroyd’s restlessly attentive, mostly handheld camerawork, allow Bigelow to redirect our attention with virtuoso command.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
2 Sep. 2025
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Kayla Poirier didn’t get the glory that comes associated with scoring a goal, but without a couple skillful touches by the senior, Mahtomedi would no longer have a chance to repeat as state champions.—
Mike Cook,
Twin Cities,
29 Oct. 2025
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The skillful craftsmanship of the artists is amazing, and the story is also great.—
Billboard Japan,
Billboard,
28 Oct. 2025
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Detroit rebounded and put together a masterful offensive performance in a win over the Washington Commanders.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
10 Nov. 2025
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Buccaneers coach Todd Bowles is masterful at finding ways to pressure young quarterbacks.—
Mike Jones,
New York Times,
9 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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White gave props to some other iconic duos — representing non-musical disciplines — that preceded the White Stripes onto the national artistic stage.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
9 Nov. 2025
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Beginning in 2004, the zAmya Theater Project connects communities throughout the Twin Cities to theater and artistic expression, centering on social justice, advocacy and collaboration, according to its website.—
Sophia Arndt,
Twin Cities,
8 Nov. 2025
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The TikTok-beloved Dyson Supersonic is designed to protect hair from extreme heat damage and frizz while leaving locks extra smooth and shiny.—
Audrey Lee,
Architectural Digest,
7 Nov. 2025
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The hatch handles well and has a smooth ride quality.—
Charles Singh,
USA Today,
7 Nov. 2025
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Lily Allen strikes a pose in a delicate lace outfit on the carpet at 2025 CFDA Fashion Awards.—
Toria Sheffield,
PEOPLE,
6 Nov. 2025
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The idea worked on paper, but in practice, the alignment was extremely delicate, and the overall setup became unstable and hard to scale.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Nov. 2025
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Plus, an expert PEOPLE editor answers the burning question of the week, and one of our favorite stars joins us for a sitdown.—
Staff Author,
PEOPLE,
6 Nov. 2025
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For full daily and monthly horoscopes as well as expert readings, see our full Horoscopes experience.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
6 Nov. 2025
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“Workmanlike.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/workmanlike. Accessed 11 Nov. 2025.
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