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as in art
an occupation requiring skillful use of the hands
an expert in the craft of cabinetmaking
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2
as in boat
a small buoyant structure for travel on water
borrowed a craft to get across the river
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as in deception
the inclination or practice of misleading others through lies or trickery
never hesitated to resort to craft to get what they wanted in life
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as in cunning
skill in achieving one's ends through indirect, subtle, or underhanded means
celebrated in political circles for his craft, he's the legislator who knows how to get bills passed
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as in skill
subtle or imaginative ability in inventing, devising, or executing something
a really ingenious household appliance that shows a lot of craft on the part of its inventors
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as in to prepare
to put (something) into proper and usually carefully worked out written form
spent hours crafting the perfect letter of recommendation for her prize student
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Recent Examples of craft
Zach Wichter, USA Today, 7 Sep. 2025
Karyn Lim The works of Singaporean designer Karyn Lim bridge craft, technology and sustainability.
—Y-Jean Mun-Delsalle, Forbes.com, 7 Sep. 2025
Ibrahim Dahman, CNN Money, 6 Sep. 2025
Because coffeehouses aren’t just about caffeine—they’re about crafting an environment in which every latte, pastry, and pattern feels like part of the story.
—Kathryn O'Shea-Evans, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Sep. 2025
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Noun
If craft cocktails are your thing, be sure to check out The Smoky Note in Albuquerque.
—Zach Wichter, USA Today, 7 Sep. 2025
Karyn Lim The works of Singaporean designer Karyn Lim bridge craft, technology and sustainability.
—Y-Jean Mun-Delsalle, Forbes.com, 7 Sep. 2025
Verb
The offer is based on a similar proposal presented by US special envoy Steve Witkoff in July, originally crafted in coordination with Israel.
—Ibrahim Dahman, CNN Money, 6 Sep. 2025
Because coffeehouses aren’t just about caffeine—they’re about crafting an environment in which every latte, pastry, and pattern feels like part of the story.
—Kathryn O'Shea-Evans, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for craft
Noun
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The look quickly spread to Instagram and Pinterest boards, becoming a favorite among renters and homeowners who wanted to hang functional art pieces.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 Sep. 2025
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The gathering will bring together local groups, including CRS, Epic Partners and Coach Core, alongside stakeholders and funders, to highlight their work tackling youth violence and supporting young people through outreach, sports and creative arts.—
Erin Hill,
PEOPLE,
7 Sep. 2025
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But with each passing summer of enormous transfer spending, the chances of turning the boat around fade ever further.—
Chris Weatherspoon,
New York Times,
5 Sep. 2025
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Officials said that none of the passengers on the boat were wearing life jackets at the time of the incident, and alcohol is not believed to have been a factor in the crash.—
Charna Flam,
PEOPLE,
5 Sep. 2025
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Interestingly, men, not women, were more open to benevolent deception.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
1 Sep. 2025
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The movie, with Baranov as its scoundrel tour guide, works its way through some of 21st century Russia’s greatest hits of deception.—
Owen Gleiberman,
Variety,
31 Aug. 2025
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Luke Shaw’s technique and cunning at centre-back deserved to be better rewarded.—
Laurie Whitwell,
New York Times,
18 Aug. 2025
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Others praised the pup's cunning.—
Alice Gibbs,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Aug. 2025
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Martin’s energy onstage always skyrockets and his performance skills are undiminished.—
Melissa Ruggieri,
USA Today,
8 Sep. 2025
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Alfons Freij is a mobile defenceman with enough puck skill to impress, but whose decision-making needs improvement before being considered an NHL player.—
Murat Ates,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
Verb
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His mother has obtained lawyers who are preparing a lawsuit over potential security lapses at Icon Brickell that allowed Kehl to access the building.—
David Goodhue,
Miami Herald,
3 Sep. 2025
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The inspector general's report adds to severe criticism of the agency for lapses preparing for the event and responding to it.—
Bart Jansen,
USA Today,
3 Sep. 2025
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During peak times, trades can take minutes and cost more than $30, which is untenable for both retail users and professional traders.—
Sean Lee,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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Looking at individual stocks, Watches of Switzerland jumped 8% in early trade following a trading update and a stock upgrade by Deutsche Bank.—
Chloe Taylor,Holly Ellyatt,
CNBC,
3 Sep. 2025
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The river vessels’ Skylight Infinite Balcony Suites, for example, will feature the retractable windows that transform part of the cabin into a balcony, along with a ceiling window.—
Nathan Diller,
USA Today,
4 Sep. 2025
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Tensions further escalated after two Chinese vessels, a navy destroyer and a coast guard craft, collided near the reef last month, heavily damaging the latter, while chasing a Philippine coast guard cutter.—
Micah McCartney,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Sep. 2025
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“Craft.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/craft. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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