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as in skillfulness
subtle or imaginative ability in inventing, devising, or executing something
with unbelievable skill, the expert in origami transformed a few sheets of paper into a menagerie of exotic animals
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as in expertise
skills plural
knowledge gained by actually doing or living through something
he had acquired valuable skills during his life at sea
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Recent Examples of skill
Privett and Allegheny County plan to update the routes at Boyce twice a year, aiming to keep the space fresh and challenging for climbers of all skill levels.
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Ryleigh Norgrove, Outside Online, 8 Dec. 2024
Imagine, for example, a student shows up to kindergarten lacking key school readiness skills.
—Randall Stephenson, Chicago Tribune, 8 Dec. 2024
Are there skills from your current work experience that could be applicable in other jobs?
—Gili Malinsky, CNBC, 8 Dec. 2024
The final examination, administered by the Court of Master Sommeliers, is like trying to prove a physics thesis by doing backflips, meant to plumb the depth of one’s theoretical understanding, sensory abilities, and practical skills simultaneously.
—Josh Condon, Robb Report, 8 Dec. 2024
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Ryleigh Norgrove, Outside Online, 8 Dec. 2024
Imagine, for example, a student shows up to kindergarten lacking key school readiness skills.
—Randall Stephenson, Chicago Tribune, 8 Dec. 2024
Are there skills from your current work experience that could be applicable in other jobs?
—Gili Malinsky, CNBC, 8 Dec. 2024
The final examination, administered by the Court of Master Sommeliers, is like trying to prove a physics thesis by doing backflips, meant to plumb the depth of one’s theoretical understanding, sensory abilities, and practical skills simultaneously.
—Josh Condon, Robb Report, 8 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for skill
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Most of these users will not have the skills or expertise to navigate a risky upgrade path, a potential need to reverse, or note the signs of an incompatibility issue that drops them off security support.Zak Doffman, Forbes, 14 Dec. 2024
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With roots in engineering and an illustrious career managing campaigns for iconic events like the Oscars and American Idol, Valdez brought a unique blend of technical expertise and creative vision to his work.Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 14 Dec. 2024
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David slayed the giant with a slingshot; Esther by her cunning saved her people.Gwen Faulkenberry, arkansasonline.com, 12 Dec. 2024
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Over time, guile took on the connotation of deceitful cunning in English, emerging in Middle English around the 12th century.Erik Kain, Forbes, 1 Dec. 2024
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Egypt's extended experience in peacekeeping missions in Africa and elsewhere provides crucial support to the counterterrorism capabilities of the Somali armed forces and the concerted efforts of the Somali government and people to rebuild their country.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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This change, among others, was implemented to simplify and focus on improving the author’s experience and the ultimate product – a beautiful book.Serenity Gibbons, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
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Those with limited English proficiency (LEP) in English-speaking countries may need help to meet their needs in healthcare clinics and classrooms.Molly Peck, USA TODAY, 12 Dec. 2024
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Although technical proficiency remains essential, the importance of two other qualities is sharply rising to the immediate forefront: integrity and flexibility.HK Bain, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
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Charlotte agrees to lead an art workshop at the priory if Graham will escort her to holiday locations around London for her new illustration job.Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 8 Dec. 2024
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Rogue Company Rogue Company is another free-to-play tactical hero shooter with multiple game modes and a more realistic art style than Rivals.Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 8 Dec. 2024
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The Jeff Daniels music interludes in this Audible Original present another side of a man that many of us have seen on our tv screens for so many years and the artistry in mixing them together with his stories are beautifully complementary.Joshua Dudley, Forbes, 14 Dec. 2024
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Van Buren initially hails Tóth as a genius; his support offers the architect a chance to reclaim not merely the professional identity the war stripped from him but, in exercising his artistry, the essence of his humanity.Alexandra Schwartz, The New Yorker, 13 Dec. 2024
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The partnership has sharpened her sound, blending her natural talent with Mustard’s polished expertise.Walaa Elsiddig, Billboard, 13 Dec. 2024
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The move means films from Asia are now eligible for the main competition, while its talents can participate in the year-round Red Sea Lab and Red Sea Souk project market.Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 13 Dec. 2024
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“Skill.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/skill. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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