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as in virtuoso
accomplished with trained ability
a masterful performance of a difficult piece for the violin
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as in authoritarian
fond of ordering people around
a masterful coworker who liked to tell other people how to do their jobs
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as in arrogant
having a feeling of superiority that shows itself in an overbearing attitude
a masterful businesswoman who didn't hesitate to step on a lot of people as she climbed the ladder of success
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as in skillful
having or showing exceptional knowledge, experience, or skill in a field of endeavor
a president who was celebrated as a masterful communicator of his administration's policies
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Recent Examples of masterful
Fans swayed and danced beneath the open sky, entirely captivated by Kaytranada’s masterful set.
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Mecca Pryor, Essence, 24 Mar. 2025
Therefore, the biggest vendors that service the edge have done a masterful job of slowing innovation and forcing customers to stick with the older solutions.
—Jason Andersen, Forbes, 19 Mar. 2025
His masterful account dramatically conveys the global significance of America’s long fight for independence while also illuminating the experiences of the war’s commanders and everyday soldiers.
—Monitor Contributors, Christian Science Monitor, 11 Apr. 2025
The Clippers still are playing for something and that was enough motivation during a 134-117 win over the Rockets behind another masterful game from center Ivica Zubac.
—Broderick Turner, Los Angeles Times, 10 Apr. 2025
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Mecca Pryor, Essence, 24 Mar. 2025
Therefore, the biggest vendors that service the edge have done a masterful job of slowing innovation and forcing customers to stick with the older solutions.
—Jason Andersen, Forbes, 19 Mar. 2025
His masterful account dramatically conveys the global significance of America’s long fight for independence while also illuminating the experiences of the war’s commanders and everyday soldiers.
—Monitor Contributors, Christian Science Monitor, 11 Apr. 2025
The Clippers still are playing for something and that was enough motivation during a 134-117 win over the Rockets behind another masterful game from center Ivica Zubac.
—Broderick Turner, Los Angeles Times, 10 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for masterful
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His parents were Italian immigrants who fled Benito Mussolini’s fascist regime, and his grandmother Rosa Margherita Vassallo di Bergoglio was active in Catholic Action, formed by Italian bishops who wanted to maintain their independence from Mussolini’s authoritarian rule.—
Olivia B. Waxman,
Time,
21 Apr. 2025
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Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orban has been called an authoritarian, and previous reports have noted restrictions to civil liberties.—
Graham Smith,
NPR,
18 Apr. 2025
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That doesn’t portray a hero, but rather someone so arrogant as to invent his own law and appoint himself its executioner.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
11 Apr. 2025
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Maybe so, but that’s an arrogant thing for such a young killer to say.—
Owen Gleiberman,
Variety,
5 Apr. 2025
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Elegant materials, bespoke furnishings, skillful layering of textures, and eye-catching lighting are all hallmarks of Hogarty’s soulful spaces, and the firm seeks to create an emotional response with its polished yet comfortable aesthetic.—
Elizabeth Stamp,
Architectural Digest,
15 Apr. 2025
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Hiring managers must learn to distinguish between misuse and skillful application to capture a candidate’s ability to tackle real-world challenges.—
Bing Yu Yap,
Forbes.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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Art Weston, a Kentucky resident, went to Lake Livingston, Texas, to catch an alligator gar with the help of an expert guide and fisherman, Captain Kirk Kirkland.—
Ashley J. DiMella Fox News,
FOXNews.com,
15 Apr. 2025
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Subscribe to the Life Kit newsletter for expert advice on love, money, relationships and more.—
Brittney Melton,
NPR,
15 Apr. 2025
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As mild-mannered schoolteacher Mr. Lisbon, James Woods plays a quiet counterpoint to his domineering wife.—
Sezin Devi Koehler,
EW.com,
21 Apr. 2025
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Among them towers the frighteningly domineering Honoria Glossop.—
Michael Hiltzik,
Los Angeles Times,
18 Apr. 2025
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In contrast, the Pixel 9, priced at $799, offers a brighter display, 12GB RAM, a superior 50MP main camera, and additional features like faster charging and Wi-Fi 7 support.—
Prakhar Khanna,
Forbes.com,
19 Apr. 2025
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In any case, there's no question that players got a superior product because of the decision to delay the game.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
18 Apr. 2025
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This new species, found near the summit, is adept at moving through trees and has bright blue skin visible only when inflated.—
Stories by Real-Time news team, with AI summarization,
Miami Herald,
18 Apr. 2025
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Over the years, he’s become incredibly adept at controlling and manipulating those suction sounds.—
Jim Harrington,
Mercury News,
15 Apr. 2025
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This simple, yet challenging, theme breaks from traditional norms in order to build a strong and resonant artistic brand.—
Matt Emma,
USA Today,
21 Apr. 2025
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Loloi rug collections is named for a street in the West Village, the historically artistic neighborhood where Brent launched his career and currently lives with his family.—
Morgan Goldberg,
Architectural Digest,
20 Apr. 2025
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“Masterful.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/masterful. Accessed 29 Apr. 2025.
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