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as in expert
a person with a high level of knowledge or skill in a field
took a few lessons with a tennis ace to improve his backhand
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2
as in shred
a very small amount
not an ace of truth in what she said
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as in inch
a very small distance or degree
came within an ace of being chosen for the part
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as in skilled
having or showing exceptional knowledge, experience, or skill in a field of endeavor
an ace computer programmer
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as in to practise
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Recent Examples of ace
Michael Flaherty, Axios, 18 Feb. 2025
The choice was easy last year with ace Corbin Burnes in the fold, but the competition is much tighter this spring.
—Baltimore Sun Staff, Baltimore Sun, 17 Feb. 2025
David Moore, Dallas News, 5 June 2023
In its pairing of ace British actors — Mark Rylance and Sally Hawkins — and in its strange-but-true tale of working-class Brits breaking the rules, Phantom recalls The Duke (also a Sony Pictures Classics release), although that recent Jim Broadbent–Helen Mirren starrer has a heavier undercurrent.
—Sheri Linden, The Hollywood Reporter, 2 June 2022
Megan Sauer, CNBC, 3 Feb. 2025
And joining him will be the Patriots’ only Pro Bowler this year, special teams ace Brenden Schooler, plus soon-to-be free agent addition … Tee Higgins.
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—Andrew Callahan, Boston Herald, 3 Jan. 2025
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Noun
The gaming business is aces, and continues to generate deal flow as buyers consolidate and sellers divest at high prices.
—Michael Flaherty, Axios, 18 Feb. 2025
The choice was easy last year with ace Corbin Burnes in the fold, but the competition is much tighter this spring.
—Baltimore Sun Staff, Baltimore Sun, 17 Feb. 2025
Adjective
And that number doesn’t include C.J. Goodwin who is a special teams ace, but plays corner in a pinch.
—David Moore, Dallas News, 5 June 2023
In its pairing of ace British actors — Mark Rylance and Sally Hawkins — and in its strange-but-true tale of working-class Brits breaking the rules, Phantom recalls The Duke (also a Sony Pictures Classics release), although that recent Jim Broadbent–Helen Mirren starrer has a heavier undercurrent.
—Sheri Linden, The Hollywood Reporter, 2 June 2022
Verb
The ultimate guide to acing your interview and landing your dream job
Rent the Runway is far from the only employer to value employees who are adaptable and cool-headed under pressure.
—Megan Sauer, CNBC, 3 Feb. 2025
And joining him will be the Patriots’ only Pro Bowler this year, special teams ace Brenden Schooler, plus soon-to-be free agent addition … Tee Higgins.
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—Andrew Callahan, Boston Herald, 3 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ace
Noun
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Travelers beware: From vacation scams to insurance to personal safety, a few key considerations can make or break a big trip, according to industry experts.—
Gretchen Eichenberg,
Fox News,
27 Feb. 2025
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Since outbreaks of this magnitude occur infrequently, most currently practicing US physicians have never seen a case of measles, according to experts.—
Neha Mukherjee,
CNN,
27 Feb. 2025
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Trump is a reverse Trojan Horse: a shred of reason inside a thick armor of malignancy.—
John Yoo and John Shu,
Newsweek,
23 Jan. 2025
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Every one of his releases is part of a master plan: to develop tools that lay waste to every last hoary shred of club convention.—
Pitchfork,
Pitchfork,
5 Dec. 2024
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Total snow accumulations of 5 to 10 inches were expected.—
Matt Robison,
Newsweek,
25 Feb. 2025
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Total precipitation from both storms is predicted to top several inches, approaching 8 inches in some lower areas and up to 16 inches in mountain areas, forecasters said.—
Marc Ramirez,
USA TODAY,
25 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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For highly skilled job seekers, the choice is obvious.—
Sarah Elk,
Forbes,
27 Feb. 2025
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Truly skilled, effective coaches don’t need to call their players names and berate them for messing up and know that doing so makes players afraid to take risks and be creative, critical parts of being a great soccer player.—
Jeff Rueter,
The Athletic,
26 Feb. 2025
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Many scientists have a master’s degree in geography or a related field. 8.—
Julia Korn,
Forbes,
24 Feb. 2025
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Born in New York City, Bongino has a master’s degree in Psychology from Queens College and a master’s in Business Administration from Pennsylvania State University.—
Julia Gomez,
USA TODAY,
24 Feb. 2025
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Maybe a splash of sherry vinegar or a big squeeze of lemon goes in at the end.—
Emma Laperruque,
Bon Appétit,
25 Feb. 2025
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That right there is a nice helping of red meat for fans hoping the Bears make a big splash when the negotiating window for free agents opens March 10.—
Dan Wiederer,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Feb. 2025
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The smartest career reinventions happen when people reposition their strengths, rethink their value, and take small, strategic steps instead of making drastic changes.—
Dr. Diane Hamilton,
Forbes,
23 Feb. 2025
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Every once in a while, a quick step would find a sliver and space, and the scene would shift direction, bringing a new possibility that something big might happen.—
Louisa Thomas,
The New Yorker,
23 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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As excellent as Evans was as Cap, Mackie’s shown equal skill in crafting his own version of what that character should mean – in his case, weathering the pressures and politics of being a national symbol and being as adept with his words as his fists.—
Brian Truitt,
USA TODAY,
14 Feb. 2025
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In every era of Rush’s career, the band were adept at making catchy, radio-friendly music.—
Al Shipley,
SPIN,
12 Feb. 2025
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“Ace.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ace. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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