as in professional
a person who has a lot of training, knowledge, or skill in a particular area
She was a specialist in chemical engineering with many years of experience.
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or specialistic
as in specialized
involving, related to, or being special skills or knowledge needed to do a particular job
The job requires specialist knowledge.
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Recent Examples of specialist
Joe Rassel, Orlando Sentinel, 22 Jan. 2025
Templin’s thumb was fractured in January 2023 following the fight and records showed that, despite continual pleas for help, the Idaho Department of Correction wouldn’t take him to see a specialist for six months.
—Alex Brizee, Idaho Statesman, 22 Jan. 2025
Artifacts from the Carolingian period dating to the 9th or 10th century were also uncovered nearby by specialists with the French National Institute for Preventive Archaeological Research (INRAP).
—Francesca Aton For Artnews, Robb Report, 22 Jan. 2025
But geriatricians are among the happiest of all specialists, Dr. Cynthia Boyd, the director of the division of geriatric medicine and gerontology at the school of medicine at Johns Hopkins, points out.
—Pamela Paul, The Mercury News, 21 Jan. 2025
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Noun
Join environmental specialists for a two-mile walk in the Gemini Springs Conservation Area, the sixth preserve in this year’s challenge.
—Joe Rassel, Orlando Sentinel, 22 Jan. 2025
Templin’s thumb was fractured in January 2023 following the fight and records showed that, despite continual pleas for help, the Idaho Department of Correction wouldn’t take him to see a specialist for six months.
—Alex Brizee, Idaho Statesman, 22 Jan. 2025
Artifacts from the Carolingian period dating to the 9th or 10th century were also uncovered nearby by specialists with the French National Institute for Preventive Archaeological Research (INRAP).
—Francesca Aton For Artnews, Robb Report, 22 Jan. 2025
But geriatricians are among the happiest of all specialists, Dr. Cynthia Boyd, the director of the division of geriatric medicine and gerontology at the school of medicine at Johns Hopkins, points out.
—Pamela Paul, The Mercury News, 21 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for specialist
Noun
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The aim is to connect those who’ve lost their homes with location management professionals and/or art directors who may have photographed those properties.—
Tom Tapp,
Deadline,
27 Jan. 2025
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These are professionals stealing thousands of dollars’ worth of items at a time.—
Cailey Locklair,
Baltimore Sun,
27 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Private schools play a crucial role in this success story — not by competing with public education, but by providing specialized environments where students who might otherwise struggle can find their path to achievement.—
Pam Tapley,
Orlando Sentinel,
17 Jan. 2025
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Employees facing systemic barriers to healthcare can use LSAs to access culturally competent providers and specialized care, directly addressing the impact of social and economic disparities on their health.—
Alex Shubat,
Forbes,
17 Jan. 2025
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Mike Vrabel Most recent post: Served as a consultant for the Cleveland Browns this season.—
Dan Wiederer,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Jan. 2025
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However, independent educational consultants like Eva Ostrum caution against overreliance on AI in crafting personal statements.—
Sarah Hernholm,
Forbes,
18 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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The talk show co-hosts brought in two expert piercers from So Gold Studios from Brooklyn, N.Y. to do the piercings live on the air.—
Rachel McRady,
People.com,
23 Jan. 2025
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There will be children’s activities, educational exhibits, expert horticultural speakers, food vendors and entertainment.—
Joe Rassel,
Orlando Sentinel,
22 Jan. 2025
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Vahe was an English major at the University of Pennsylvania and earned his master’s degree at Mizzou.—
Vahe Gregorian,
Kansas City Star,
19 Jan. 2025
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Camila graduated from Arizona State University with a master’s degree in mass communication.—
Hannah Poukish,
Sacramento Bee,
17 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Backlash in China On Chinese social media, where TikTok’s fate has appeared as one among many efforts from the US to stymie Beijing’s technical prowess, Trump’s suggestions were met with disdain.—
Simone McCarthy,
CNN,
21 Jan. 2025
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With technical confluences aligning, the setup offers an attractive balance of risk and reward.—
Nishant Pant,
CNBC,
21 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Last year’s champion was Michigan, which was sitting home watching this one but still played a special role in a Buckeyes redemption story hardly anyone saw coming.—
Eddie Pells,
Los Angeles Times,
21 Jan. 2025
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Hook was also a previous ally of Trump, serving as his special envoy for Iran during his first term.—
Kristen Waggoner,
Newsweek,
21 Jan. 2025
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“Specialist.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/specialist. Accessed 1 Feb. 2025.
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