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as in skills
knowledge gained by actually doing or living through something
the hospital is looking for nurses with operating-room experience
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as in adventure
an exciting or noteworthy event that one experiences firsthand
related in a book his experiences as a roving correspondent for network TV news
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Recent Examples of experience
Mike Jones, The Athletic, 9 Jan. 2025
No matter the time of year, guests can experience farm-to-fork foraging experiences as well as having access to six world-class golf courses.
—Angelina Villa-Clarke, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
Ned Kleiner, Los Angeles Times, 10 Jan. 2025
Cultivate Moments of Joy A major contributor to our well-being is experiencing unfiltered joy.
—Elizabeth Ayoola, Essence, 10 Jan. 2025
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Noun
The 38-year-old, who had only five seasons of experience as a position coach and none as a coordinator?
—Mike Jones, The Athletic, 9 Jan. 2025
No matter the time of year, guests can experience farm-to-fork foraging experiences as well as having access to six world-class golf courses.
—Angelina Villa-Clarke, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
Verb
Los Angeles County is experiencing a once-in-a-generation wildfire event, spurred on by a once-in-a-decade windstorm.
—Ned Kleiner, Los Angeles Times, 10 Jan. 2025
Cultivate Moments of Joy A major contributor to our well-being is experiencing unfiltered joy.
—Elizabeth Ayoola, Essence, 10 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for experience
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Employers want to see proof of your skills, not just hear about them.Sho Dewan, Forbes, 28 Dec. 2024
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Often, the skills these artisans honed on other movies helped prepare them for the leap to directing.Carolyn Giardina, Variety, 28 Dec. 2024
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As a top-tier dining, relaxation and outdoor adventure destination all rolled into one, this scenic city is a top spot for immersing yourself into the idyllic beauty of Araucanía at its very best.Jared Ranahan, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
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Laika’s sixth film marks the studio’s first fantasy adventure set in the natural beauty of hometown Portland, Oregon, based on the YA novel by Colin Meloy of Portland’s The Decemberists.Bill Desowitz, IndieWire, 10 Jan. 2025
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In November last year, the Aussie-American broadcaster underwent knee surgery to correct a misalignment in his right leg.Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 8 Jan. 2025
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The study underwent a suspicious peer-review process and contained questionable methods and statistics.Ars Technica, Ars Technica, 7 Jan. 2025
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At the same time, international experts brought the technical and operational expertise needed to establish scalable systems.Djasur Djumaev, Forbes, 13 Jan. 2025
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With $44 billion in capital across multiple funds, the firm is led by a team of general partners who are mostly former founders, CEOs, or chief technology officers with expertise in a broad range of tech sectors.Arthur Zaczkiewicz, WWD, 13 Jan. 2025
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The Penguins were penalized seven times in the opening period.Rob Rossi, The Athletic, 12 Jan. 2025
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Gerrit Cole The New York Yankees' $324 million man missed time at the beginning of last season with an elbow injury that limited him to 17 regular-season starts, plus five more in the playoffs.Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 11 Jan. 2025
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Even in that drive, the Broncos had a pair of rushing attempts that went for 5 yards or more.Joe Buscaglia, The Athletic, 13 Jan. 2025
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Sometimes, massive fires have multiple origin points, especially amid the sort of weather L.A. has experienced recently, with Santa Ana winds blowing at unusually high speeds.Kevin Rector, Los Angeles Times, 13 Jan. 2025
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Whether selling products or solving problems, entrepreneurship requires the behavioral skill of communicating with others (and, despite the need for technical proficiency, not relying on a machine to do your job).Lynette Tan, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
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With students able to receive proficiencies ranging from partially met, approaching, meets and exceeds standards, 67.7% of students across the state failed the English portion of the state exam with the overall failure rate rising in 90 Cook County high schools.Glenn Minnis | The Center Square contributor, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 30 Dec. 2024
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Ultra-short-throw projectors are a great way to replace the big-screen TV without having to endure tricky setups.Paul Ridden, New Atlas, 7 Jan. 2025
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The film resonates beyond its historical roots, drawing poignant parallels to contemporary struggles and triumphs of Black women, ultimately inspiring audiences to recognize the enduring legacy of strength and perseverance.Shelby Stewart, Essence, 7 Jan. 2025
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“Experience.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/experience. Accessed 18 Jan. 2025.
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