well-versed
adjective
variants
or well versed
: having knowledge gained by close association, study, or experience : versed
—usually used with in
She is well-versed in the classics.
His star would continue to rise in the blues world, where he became known as an inventive, fiery guitar player well-versed in various shades of the blues.—
Eric Volmers
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Via is well-versed in how far-right extremists are using online platforms to further their aims.
—Megan Farokhmanesh, WIRED, 5 Nov. 2024
Rubio is well-versed in foreign policy and is considered someone who Trump listens to on the issue.
—Riley Beggin, USA TODAY, 2 Nov. 2024
Whitney Cummings is well-versed in engaging a strong audience, having built a successful career that spans various facets of entertainment.
—Marco Rubio, Newsweek, 1 Nov. 2024
As one of 70 volunteer site stewards trained to identify and manage plants for the Forest Preserves of Cook County, Kozlowski is well-versed in the appearance, texture and unique characteristics of just about all flora in the Chicago region.
—Susan Degrane, Chicago Tribune, 29 Oct. 2024
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Megan Farokhmanesh, WIRED, 5 Nov. 2024
Rubio is well-versed in foreign policy and is considered someone who Trump listens to on the issue.
—Riley Beggin, USA TODAY, 2 Nov. 2024
Whitney Cummings is well-versed in engaging a strong audience, having built a successful career that spans various facets of entertainment.
—Marco Rubio, Newsweek, 1 Nov. 2024
As one of 70 volunteer site stewards trained to identify and manage plants for the Forest Preserves of Cook County, Kozlowski is well-versed in the appearance, texture and unique characteristics of just about all flora in the Chicago region.
—Susan Degrane, Chicago Tribune, 29 Oct. 2024
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“Well-versed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/well-versed. Accessed 14 Nov. 2024.
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