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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
As time went on, she was praised for her ability to help others find sparks with their soulmates — a skill put to use for the 2013 NBC show, Ready for Love, alongside hosts Giuliana and Bill Rancic.
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Angel Saunders, People.com, 26 Apr. 2025
Williams also had a standout skill last season, leading the NCAA with seven interceptions.
—Jesse Newell, Kansas City Star, 26 Apr. 2025
Liberal arts majors also tend to earn less than graduates in technical fields like engineering or math, largely because there’s less demand for their skills in higher-paying industries like technology and finance.
—Mike Winters, CNBC, 26 Apr. 2025
Inherent in this argument is that the responsible use of AI is reflected in the skill of the user.
—ArsTechnica, 25 Apr. 2025
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Angel Saunders, People.com, 26 Apr. 2025
Williams also had a standout skill last season, leading the NCAA with seven interceptions.
—Jesse Newell, Kansas City Star, 26 Apr. 2025
Liberal arts majors also tend to earn less than graduates in technical fields like engineering or math, largely because there’s less demand for their skills in higher-paying industries like technology and finance.
—Mike Winters, CNBC, 26 Apr. 2025
Inherent in this argument is that the responsible use of AI is reflected in the skill of the user.
—ArsTechnica, 25 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for skill
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Pagel’s expertise, however, stretches far beyond the four Gospels that, by the start of the fifth century, had become the official canon.—
Eliza Griswold,
New Yorker,
19 Apr. 2025
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With a diverse and distinct portfolio that delivers disinfection services intertwined with comfort for family members who have recently lost a loved one, the company bolsters client confidence and trust with its support and expertise.—
William Mullane,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2025
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Despite being outnumbered 50-to-1 by the Five Families of the Italian mafia, the Westies’ legendary brutality and cunning have given them the leverage necessary to share the spoils through a fragile détente.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
18 Mar. 2025
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Noted for his tenacity and cunning, Khamenei is also a man of conviction, and his hatred for the United States is deeply felt.—
Foreign Affairs,
Foreign Affairs,
25 Feb. 2025
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The experience and background of the coaches also carry weight.—
Nia Bowers,
USA Today,
27 Apr. 2025
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And, much to my surprise, our northern lights experience wasn’t over quite yet; the journey from Abisko back to Stockholm often provides travelers with one last treat.—
Carinne Geil Botta,
Travel + Leisure,
27 Apr. 2025
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Follow Shopify’s lead in including AI proficiency in feedback loops — whether through peer reviews, OKRs or team dashboards.—
Douglas B. Laney,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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Additionally, applicants must now pass a language proficiency test and attend an in-person interview.—
Katie Nadworny,
Travel + Leisure,
4 Apr. 2025
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The Fyre site formerly promoted a music, arts and culture festival, Fyre Festival 2, to occur May 30 through June 2 in Playa del Carmen, Mexico.—
Greta Cross,
USA Today,
25 Apr. 2025
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But thanks to Schindler, art historians and museumgoers will get a chance to learn more about Ruysch’s work.—
Eli Wizevich,
Smithsonian Magazine,
25 Apr. 2025
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The collection features a range of fabric panels, a fusible stabilizer and instructional materials designed to inspire creativity and preserve the artistry of handcrafted textiles.—
Courtney Lane,
Kansas City Star,
20 Apr. 2025
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The vampires only added to the mystery [and] the artistry of the message.—
Marcus Jones,
IndieWire,
19 Apr. 2025
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And while there’s some individual talent throughout the roster, the team hasn’t won anything with this core.—
Matthew Fairburn,
New York Times,
19 Apr. 2025
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Still, she's come to terms with the fact that given her talent and aspirations, fame—and selfies—are always going to be part of the job.—
Jessica Radloff,
Glamour,
18 Apr. 2025
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“Skill.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/skill. Accessed 1 May. 2025.
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