as in craft
an occupation requiring skillful use of the hands volunteers demonstrating early American handicrafts, such as blacksmithing, glassblowing, and weaving

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Recent Examples of handicraft Other decrees include a warning that organizations that employ women would have their operating licenses revoked, and a ban on female artisans from participating in a handicraft exhibition in Kandahar. Dr. Ewelina U. Ochab, Forbes, 14 Jan. 2025 Since the painstaking technique of stop-motion animation relies literally on the artists’ handicraft, this tracks brilliantly. Carlos Aguilar, Los Angeles Times, 19 Dec. 2024 The global roster is meant to honor and preserve cultural practices that date back centuries and are still in use today, from traditional performing arts and handicrafts to festivals and culinary techniques. Jessica Puckett, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Dec. 2024 Sheer fabrics and handicraft detailing abound in the most recent collections from Chloé, Valentino, Fendi, and Armani, which went heavy on beading and embroidery. Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 18 Dec. 2024 See All Example Sentences for handicraft
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Noun
  • The program will feature Theaster Gates, the American interdisciplinary artist known for his social practice, who will explore inequalities by looking at lost and rediscovered crafts.
    Nargess Banks, Forbes, 12 Mar. 2025
  • The businesswoman isn't afraid to get her hands dirty, indulging in every aspect of the craft, but says her favorite part of the process is probably planning and laying everything out.
    Hedy Phillips, People.com, 12 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • Local Vibe: Salt Lake has grown into a sophisticated urban sprawl with a vibrant downtown, thriving art scene, and bustling nightlife with street vendors and musicians.
    Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 20 Mar. 2025
  • Jenner purchased her current home in 2020 and fully let loose in decking it out with colorful art and eclectic furnishings.
    Katie Schultz, Architectural Digest, 20 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • 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
  • 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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“Handicraft.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/handicraft. Accessed 24 Mar. 2025.

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