as in gifted
having a special ability to do something well; having talent
a highly talented athlete As a writer, she is enormously talented.
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Adjective
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Brian Flores was a gifted coach, but had people-management issues.—
Dave Hyde,
Sun Sentinel,
19 July 2025 -
Hickey works as an elementary school teacher for gifted children during the day.—
Alexandra Skores,
CNN Money,
14 July 2025
Adjective
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Ride horseback with local gauchos (skilled horsemen) near the quaint towns of Cachi or Cafayate.—
Carola Fresno,
Travel + Leisure,
2 Aug. 2025
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Kansas once had at least one skilled nursing home option in all 105 counties in the state.—
Suzanne King,
Kansas City Star,
1 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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The result is a skillful balance between dewy and glossy, blushy and gleamy.—
Annie Blackman,
Allure,
18 July 2025
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But despite those skillful trappings, the story soon feels ponderous.—
Dennis Harvey,
Variety,
11 July 2025
Adjective
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The law doesn’t specify a grade level for instruction but calls for all students to be proficient.—
Ashley Fredde,
Idaho Statesman,
24 July 2025
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Literacy expert Molly Ness, PhD, who was interviewed as part of her partnership with Amazon, notes that 65 percent of fourth graders aren’t reading at a proficient level.—
Kara Nesvig,
Parents,
24 July 2025
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Companies are already showcasing the diverse ways in which AI is being deployed to meet needs and help pave the way for a healthier, safer and educated society.—
Jennifer Sanders,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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In 2023, the number of Hoosiers with college degrees ranked 43rd in the nation, while studies cite more educated citizens lead to stronger state economies.—
Carole Carlson,
Chicago Tribune,
28 May 2025
Adjective
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The Meaning For The Industry Phosphor Capital represents a meaningful evolution in venture capital: one where experienced founders are becoming specialized backers who understand the YC journey firsthand.—
Dasha Shunina,
Forbes.com,
22 July 2025
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Stan often sought advice from George Fletcher Babb, an experienced architect who was seventeen years older.—
Henry Wiencek
July 22,
Literary Hub,
22 July 2025
Adjective
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Davis was described as an accomplished photographer, videographer, filmmaker and editor with skill in the technical performing arts.—
Andy Humbles,
The Tennessean,
14 July 2025
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Today, he’s recognized as one of the most accomplished architects of all time.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
14 July 2025
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“Talented.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/talented. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
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