mastery
noun
mas·tery
ˈma-st(ə-)rē 
1
b
: the upper hand in a contest or competition : superiority, ascendancy
2
a
: possession or display of great skill or technique
b
: skill or knowledge that makes one master of a subject : command
Examples of mastery in a Sentence
We were impressed by her mastery of the subject.
She achieved a complete mastery of French.
He struggled to gain mastery of his fears.
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The Five Deeper Frameworks provide tools for thoughtful, long-term mastery in strategic communication.
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Adrian Dearnell, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
Which is where Josephina shows her natural aptitude for the job, owning a standing target at the firing range and demonstrating a rapid-fire mastery of boots-on-the-ground directives in the noise-torture obstacle course or whatever.
—Andy Andersen, Vulture, 1 Nov. 2024
While Tekla is renowned for its mastery in crafting home textiles, Auralee brings its expertise in fabric development to this partnership, resulting in a limited collection that is both tactile and refined for the season.
—Cassell Ferere, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024
The stadium’s retractable roof is a mastery of engineering, but Atlanta Falcons’ SVP, CTO, Football Strategy and Innovation, Karl Pierburg, and his team, are engineering another type of masterpiece, one that brings personalized experiences into the hands of fans and attendees.
—Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 29 Oct. 2024
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Adrian Dearnell, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
Which is where Josephina shows her natural aptitude for the job, owning a standing target at the firing range and demonstrating a rapid-fire mastery of boots-on-the-ground directives in the noise-torture obstacle course or whatever.
—Andy Andersen, Vulture, 1 Nov. 2024
While Tekla is renowned for its mastery in crafting home textiles, Auralee brings its expertise in fabric development to this partnership, resulting in a limited collection that is both tactile and refined for the season.
—Cassell Ferere, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024
The stadium’s retractable roof is a mastery of engineering, but Atlanta Falcons’ SVP, CTO, Football Strategy and Innovation, Karl Pierburg, and his team, are engineering another type of masterpiece, one that brings personalized experiences into the hands of fans and attendees.
—Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 29 Oct. 2024
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“Mastery.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mastery. Accessed 26 Nov. 2024.
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mastery
noun
mas·tery
ˈmas-t(ə-)rē
plural masteries
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