virtuosic

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Recent Examples of virtuosic There are several virtuosic sequences, including the plane crash and Linda’s duel to the death with the boar, that fully justify the film’s R rating and induce laughter with their audacity. Frank Scheck, HollywoodReporter, 26 Jan. 2026 The virtuosic multi-hyphenate has risen to an international platform, and our cover was a victory lap after years of keeping up with her. Samantha Allen, Them., 9 Dec. 2025 Huang’s music is a virtuosic combination of expressive vocal lines, splendid orchestral effects and instrumental sleight-of-hand, conjuring up grand theatrical explosions and probing spiritual lessons with equal ease. Joshua Kosman, San Francisco Chronicle, 15 Nov. 2025 Known for her virtuosic playing and a relaxed stage presence, Podger will lead Canada’s celebrated Tafelmusik Baroque Orchestra. Abby Hamblin, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for virtuosic
Recent Examples of Synonyms for virtuosic
Adjective
  • The French Connection is now mostly remembered for its virtuoso chase scene and Gene Hackman’s charm.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 25 Mar. 2026
  • Slafkovský had two goals and an assist in a virtuoso performance, and Iowa Wild goaltender Samuel Hlavaj was sensational, stopping 39 of 40 shots, including an 18-save first period that gave his team belief that the improbable was possible.
    Mark Lazerus, New York Times, 11 Feb. 2026
Adjective
  • Austin Wells was particularly adept, going 4-for-4 from behind the plate.
    Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 4 Apr. 2026
  • After multiple excursions in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), biologists can finally confirm one fish species that sometimes gives adept human rock climbers a run for their money.
    Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 2 Apr. 2026
Adjective
  • That the decade’s anniversary is considered worth marking indicates that Bowie’s standing remains undiminished, with an end that came only two days after the release of his final album, the masterly Blackstar.
    Alexander Larman, Time, 10 Jan. 2026
  • The last redoubt was the masterly Structure 27.
    Alex Ross, New Yorker, 24 Nov. 2025
Adjective
  • All are backed by professional adult singers.
    ABC News, ABC News, 5 Apr. 2026
  • Deputy gangs have no place in a professional law enforcement agency.
    Opinion Staff, Daily News, 5 Apr. 2026
Adjective
  • The Bills have a host of capable receiving options like Shakir, tight end Dalton Kincaid and now wide receiver DJ Moore, who was acquired for a second round pick, but the team still has a need at the position.
    Andrew McCarty, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2026
  • The law also explicitly states that allowing a reasonably capable child to walk to school or travel to a nearby park unsupervised does not, by itself, constitute neglect.
    Stephen Johnson, Big Think, 31 Mar. 2026
Adjective
  • Although Cleopatra and Nefertiti are more well-known, Hatshepsut stands out as one of the most skilled and successful female rulers of the ancient world.
    Brittney Melton, NPR, 3 Apr. 2026
  • Manufacturers and employers across diverse industries throughout our state rely on these institutions to educate engineers, health care professionals, teachers, data scientists and other skilled workers emerging from this talent pipeline.
    Mark Denzler, Chicago Tribune, 2 Apr. 2026
Adjective
  • Albin referenced opposing teams being heavier and more talented in the trenches a season ago, so adding the 6-foot-5, 315-pound tackle, among other new additions, was a top priority.
    Hunter Bailey, Charlotte Observer, 30 Mar. 2026
  • The manual skills with which the products are applied, for example, were fine-tuned by Madame Allouche herself, a very talented osteopath.
    Valentina Bottoni, Vanity Fair, 30 Mar. 2026
Adjective
  • The invader is a skillful art restorer, Lori Butler (Michaela Coel), who’s been hired by Julian’s greedy children, Barnaby (James Corden) and Sallie (Jessica Gunning), to work, or pose, as their father’s new assistant.
    Justin Chang, New Yorker, 3 Apr. 2026
  • Literary style and themes Critics have praised French’s novels for their vivid settings, psychologically nuanced characters, and skillful dialogue.
    Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 1 Apr. 2026

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“Virtuosic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/virtuosic. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.

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