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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
That skill was lost when production moved offshore in 2002.
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Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 5 Feb. 2026
Fourteen months after Lockhart Independent School District voters approved joining Austin Community College’s district, the college has opened a center geared toward high-demand skills and trades in downtown Lockhart.
—Lily Kepner, Austin American Statesman, 5 Feb. 2026
Miller pushed back on the mayor’s statement, saying his company’s software was used for training and helping employees build their skills.
—David Zahniser, Los Angeles Times, 5 Feb. 2026
Women’s church groups have incredible organization skills.
—Literary Hub, 5 Feb. 2026
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Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 5 Feb. 2026
Fourteen months after Lockhart Independent School District voters approved joining Austin Community College’s district, the college has opened a center geared toward high-demand skills and trades in downtown Lockhart.
—Lily Kepner, Austin American Statesman, 5 Feb. 2026
Miller pushed back on the mayor’s statement, saying his company’s software was used for training and helping employees build their skills.
—David Zahniser, Los Angeles Times, 5 Feb. 2026
Women’s church groups have incredible organization skills.
—Literary Hub, 5 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for skill
Noun
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Ballet training is all about developing individual expertise.—
David Lyman,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
5 Feb. 2026
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Even Ursula and Sasha rely on men for their escape, accepting that whoever has the correct experience and expertise should lead the way.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Feb. 2026
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Holding viewers by the throat for a handful of strong beats, even as the script slips through the entire cast’s fingers, the devilish actor sells Besson’s interpretation on charisma and cunning.—
Alison Foreman,
IndieWire,
6 Feb. 2026
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Strategy and cunning or physicality and grace?—
Zack Pierce,
New York Times,
3 Feb. 2026
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Cannon established Coppermark and almost immediately reached out to Stephanie Lee, a roofing contractor and independent adjuster with extensive experience in hail, wind, and tornado damage.—
J.C. Hallman,
Oklahoman,
10 Feb. 2026
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Can our experiences as babies still be felt today?—
Daisy Jones,
Vogue,
10 Feb. 2026
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Children who attend a pre-K program are twice as likely to be kindergarten ready, which then sets the tone for reaching future academic milestones such as third-grade reading proficiency, according to education nonprofit The Commit Partnership.—
Lina Ruiz,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
7 Feb. 2026
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Language proficiency is not the primary skill being tested.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
7 Feb. 2026
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More than 1,800 pieces of art were entered in the contest and 193 pieces representing 44 schools in the tri-state area were picked as winners.—
From staff reports,
Memphis Commercial Appeal,
9 Feb. 2026
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The ability to make something out of nothing may seem uniquely human — a bedrock of creativity that’s led to new kinds of art, music and more.—
Adithi Ramakrishnan,
Los Angeles Times,
8 Feb. 2026
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But the film’s artistry — overflowing with excess and hedonism and an eye for commanding visuals — is impossible to dismiss.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
10 Feb. 2026
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In the days since news spread that the Sandcastle Man was no longer allowed on the Hotel Del premises, there has been no shortage of messages on social media from fans proclaiming their gratitude for his artistry.—
Lori Weisberg,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 Feb. 2026
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For all the talent on Seattle’s defense, a single superstar didn’t dominate the game.—
Jerry Brewer,
New York Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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Her hard work and talent were recently recognized on a statewide level, as she was named a Fastpitch All-Stater.—
Darla Rivera,
Oklahoman,
9 Feb. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Skill.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/skill. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.
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