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as in craft
an occupation requiring skillful use of the hands
one of the country's finest practitioners of the art of cabinetmaking
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as in skill
subtle or imaginative ability in inventing, devising, or executing something
while some people see it simply as mindless fun or exercise, there is an art to skateboarding
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Recent Examples of art
Marked by his characteristic defiance and artistic audacity, with costumes and staging referencing his own art, Ai’s production transforms the iconic opera into a powerful statement on contemporary issues, weaving in themes of war, refugee crises and the pandemic.
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Lise Pedersen, Variety, 19 Mar. 2025
There were more parks and trails created, at the request of citizens, an art center opened as well as a medical and dental school.
—Alex Gurley, People.com, 19 Mar. 2025
Coppola’s bold, experimental adaptation of S.E. Hinton’s novel uses art cinema born from European influences to create a dreamlike, almost mythic aesthetic that poetically captures the raw energy of American youth culture and serves as an abstract meditation on time and memory.
—Travis Bean, Forbes, 8 Mar. 2025
Modern art is also honoring Saint-Pierre with 32 giant totems created by Caribbean artists.
—Martinique Tourism Authority, Miami Herald, 7 Mar. 2025
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Lise Pedersen, Variety, 19 Mar. 2025
There were more parks and trails created, at the request of citizens, an art center opened as well as a medical and dental school.
—Alex Gurley, People.com, 19 Mar. 2025
Coppola’s bold, experimental adaptation of S.E. Hinton’s novel uses art cinema born from European influences to create a dreamlike, almost mythic aesthetic that poetically captures the raw energy of American youth culture and serves as an abstract meditation on time and memory.
—Travis Bean, Forbes, 8 Mar. 2025
Modern art is also honoring Saint-Pierre with 32 giant totems created by Caribbean artists.
—Martinique Tourism Authority, Miami Herald, 7 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for art
Noun
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Think about professionals like Steven Pressfield, an author who wrote for 17 years before making a single dollar from his craft.—
Glenn Llopis,
Forbes,
23 Mar. 2025
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Haas said 18 to 24 vendors are expected, and will be providing a variety of products and merchandise, including honey, olive oils, plants, produce, baked goods, jewelry and crafts.—
Mike Danahey,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Mar. 2025
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In a video shared on Thursday, March 20, the Queen of Power Ballads showed off her golf skills, hitting a drive-off a tee during an outing with her sons René-Charles, Nelson and Eddy.—
Marina Watts,
People.com,
21 Mar. 2025
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All four reports were critical of the more liberal education policies of the 1960s and 1970s – such as an emphasis on student feelings about race, for example, rather than a focus on basic skills.—
Fred L. Pincus,
The Conversation,
21 Mar. 2025
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The Bruins’ need for young talent is one reason Sweeney cut so deep before the trade deadline.—
Fluto Shinzawa,
The Athletic,
18 Mar. 2025
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While the president has professed his intention to bring down housing costs, placing tariffs on the country’s largest trade partners could do the opposite.—
LEW SICHELMAN,
Miami Herald,
18 Mar. 2025
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Due to industrialization and globalization, traditional textiles and regional handicraft products have been pushed out of the fashion industry.—
Joanne Shurvell,
Forbes,
20 Feb. 2025
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In addition to kid-friendly afternoon tea, the Kempinski Kids Club (ages three to 12) offers a technology-free zone where kids can make handicrafts, bake, and sing karaoke.—
Alexandra Cheney,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Mar. 2025
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“Art.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/art. Accessed 30 Mar. 2025.
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