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also dextrous
1
as in handy
skillful with the hands
the dexterous watchmaker was able to repair the antique watch's delicate gears and parts
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2
as in skillful
accomplished with trained ability
dexterous handling of a potentially embarrassing situation
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Recent Examples of dexterous
This new generation of Atlas is stronger and more dexterous than its predecessors, with a broader range of motion that sometimes exceeds human capabilities.
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Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, FOXNews.com, 9 Apr. 2025
Some dexterous work on the trade market to reallocate money and talent from the wings into center and defense.
—Thomas Drance, New York Times, 30 Apr. 2025
The integration came as the company recently unveiled Sanctuary AI’s cutting-edge tactile sensors and demonstrated progress in creating dexterous intelligence for autonomous labor.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 26 Feb. 2025
Then there was her dexterous ability at playing two pianos at once.
—Gail Mitchell, Billboard, 20 Feb. 2025
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Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, FOXNews.com, 9 Apr. 2025
Some dexterous work on the trade market to reallocate money and talent from the wings into center and defense.
—Thomas Drance, New York Times, 30 Apr. 2025
The integration came as the company recently unveiled Sanctuary AI’s cutting-edge tactile sensors and demonstrated progress in creating dexterous intelligence for autonomous labor.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 26 Feb. 2025
Then there was her dexterous ability at playing two pianos at once.
—Gail Mitchell, Billboard, 20 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dexterous
Adjective
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The system-level dark theme arrives in Android 10 to offer a less eye-searing option, which is particularly handy in dark environments.—
Ryan Whitwam,
ArsTechnica,
12 June 2025
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Pro tip: keep a tiny notebook or your Notes app handy.—
Bryan Robinson,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2025
Adjective
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Several would require the skillful balancing of adverse political interests, including labor unions, real estate companies and pro-tenant groups.—
Mihir Zaveri,
New York Times,
1 June 2025
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In short, this is about being emotionally skillful and multifaceted.—
Ximena Araya-Fischel,
Forbes.com,
17 May 2025
Adjective
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State government has made the education and training of skilled aerospace workers an important priority.—
Yogi Tharanibalan,
Hartford Courant,
3 June 2025
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The hope, Morrison said, was to encourage employers to bring in skilled workers via the permanent residency pathway, on the theory that immigrants with green cards would, by being on stronger footing, be less likely to undercut wages for Americans than guest workers did.—
Alec MacGillis,
ProPublica,
3 June 2025
Adjective
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Colin is a masterful, soulful actor, and also an A+ human.—
Lauren LeFranc,
IndieWire,
3 June 2025
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Senior right-hander Wyatt Rudden was masterful, while the Raiders’ pitching staff — which had ace Hudson Alpert injured and used its two other top arms on Friday to advance — couldn’t hold down the Bruins’ potent lineup.—
Kyle Newman,
Denver Post,
31 May 2025
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The argument that Trump has violated the 10th Amendment is a clever subversion of a line of thinking that has traditionally been backed by conservative judges, said Erwin Chemerinsky, the dean of the UC Berkeley School of Law.—
Laura J. Nelson,
Los Angeles Times,
9 June 2025
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That dish is clever, for sure, but it’s served in an oddly gargantuan portion, and its playful clash of textures and temperatures wears out its welcome after a bite or two.—
Helen Rosner,
New Yorker,
8 June 2025
Adjective
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Consult a tax attorney or expert financial advisor for more information and tailored advice.—
True Tamplin,
Forbes.com,
4 June 2025
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Melanie also consulted Kristie Rhodes, manager of woven product development at Cotton Incorporated, for expert insight.—
Melanie Fincher,
Southern Living,
29 May 2025
Adjective
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Hawkins knows exactly how to play Laura’s cheery psychopathy and cunning cruelties, and Wong, in her first film role, gives Piper a spirited independence.—
Jeannette Catsoulis,
New York Times,
29 May 2025
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Rigg’s voice is sharp and engrossing, her characters cunning but affable.—
Isle McElroy,
Vulture,
21 May 2025
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The name angel pie gives a few of this dessert's secrets away: The crust is a super delicate meringue that's crisp on the outside but marshmallowy on the inside.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
8 June 2025
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While Ramsey was learning the delicate art of building firebreaks, a large fire broke out just outside the town.—
Marc Weingarten,
Los Angeles Times,
7 June 2025
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“Dexterous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dexterous. Accessed 18 Jun. 2025.
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