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as in expert
a person with a high level of knowledge or skill in a field
a master at chess
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as in winner
one that defeats an enemy or opponent
little did the tennis pro know that his new student would someday become his master
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as in leader
the person (as an employer or supervisor) who tells people and especially workers what to do
I'm the master of this operation, and you'll do what I say
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as in main
coming before all others in importance
thought of themselves as belonging to humanity's master race
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as in skilled
having or showing exceptional knowledge, experience, or skill in a field of endeavor
a master craftsman who makes fine wood furniture of his own designs
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as in to defeat
to achieve a victory over
finally mastered her longtime opponent at chess
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as in to learn
to acquire complete knowledge, understanding, or skill in
I think I've mastered algebra at last
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Recent Examples of master
Rachel King, Forbes, 4 Jan. 2025
On Thursday, McDonald’s shares advanced about 1% on the heels of Arcos Dorados renewing its 20-year master franchise agreement with the company.
—Sean Conlon, CNBC, 3 Jan. 2025
Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 29 May 2022
There is a private entrance to the master suite and office, a large guest suite with a bathroom and an ADU with a separate entry on the lower level.
—oregonlive, 27 June 2020
Wayne Anderman, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
My inspiration was Benjamin Franklin, who famously tried to master 13 virtues, including order, industry, and humility, by recording his progress in a small journal.
—Danny Heitman, The Christian Science Monitor, 30 Dec. 2024
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Noun
First released in 2012, Fords Gin was first crafted in London at Thames Distillers through a collaboration between Ford and Charles Maxwell, an eighth-generation master distiller.
—Rachel King, Forbes, 4 Jan. 2025
On Thursday, McDonald’s shares advanced about 1% on the heels of Arcos Dorados renewing its 20-year master franchise agreement with the company.
—Sean Conlon, CNBC, 3 Jan. 2025
Adjective
Some of the most intriguing whiskey coming out of Beam these days is the work of Freddie Noe (who now holds the title of co-master distiller with his father Fred Noe), specifically his Little Book lineup of blended whiskeys.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 29 May 2022
There is a private entrance to the master suite and office, a large guest suite with a bathroom and an ADU with a separate entry on the lower level.
—oregonlive, 27 June 2020
Verb
The psychology of investing requires mastering timeless principles while managing emotional and cognitive biases.
—Wayne Anderman, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
My inspiration was Benjamin Franklin, who famously tried to master 13 virtues, including order, industry, and humility, by recording his progress in a small journal.
—Danny Heitman, The Christian Science Monitor, 30 Dec. 2024
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For 60 years running, its jury of experts has picked the most stunning shots to win and earn accolades.Carlyn Kranking, Smithsonian Magazine, 10 Jan. 2025
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Legal experts stress the importance of maintaining public confidence in the judicial process while balancing the operational needs of the presidency.Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 10 Jan. 2025
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The former Heisman Trophy winner from the University of Alabama is the only fourth wide receiver to be honored with the award.Tabitha Parent, People.com, 2 Jan. 2025
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This global shift creates opportunities for investors to back outsized winners — companies that achieve exponential growth and deliver the high returns critical to driving fund performance.Jessica Billingsley, Rolling Stone, 2 Jan. 2025
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The two leaders were also reportedly meant to have a meeting during this time, and Saqr said that it was delayed.Tommy Tuberville, Newsweek, 9 Jan. 2025
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In a letter to members sent Wednesday morning, leaders assured the community that the congregation’s Torah scrolls had been rescued from the sanctuary, chapel and classrooms before the fire destroyed the building.Deborah Netburn, Los Angeles Times, 9 Jan. 2025
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Draisaitl is the only player projected to hit 50 goals this season, with 54, and his main challenger, Kaprizov, is currently on the shelf.Dom Luszczyszyn, The Athletic, 7 Jan. 2025
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Just like the show's main character, Dr. Oliver Wolf (Zachary Quinto), Sacks was motivated to pursue a career in this field because a close family member struggled with a mental illness, and it was treated as a big secret.Madeleine Janz, People.com, 7 Jan. 2025
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This could exacerbate inequalities in the job market by increasing demand for highly skilled workers while marginalizing others.Adrian Stelmach, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
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His brother Rod Dameron, a skilled bodywork specialist with a knack for hot rods, tackled the car’s body restoration alongside his cousin Rodney Creed, who brought his mechanical skills to the table so that the cars could actually run.Dominick Williams, Kansas City Star, 9 Jan. 2025
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The Baltimore Ravens defeated the Cleveland Browns to secure the AFC North title.Dan Perry, Newsweek, 5 Jan. 2025
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Two nights after beating the Washington Capitals in a shootout, the Wild followed up by defeating the Carolina Hurricanes 4-0 at Lenovo Center to improve to 13-5-3 in the past 21 meetings.Michael Russo, The Athletic, 4 Jan. 2025
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Babich learned his lesson and took his foot off the blitzing pedal.Joe Buscaglia, The Athletic, 13 Jan. 2025
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Participants learn to make halloumi, mozzarella, mascarpone, and butter using raw milk and vegetarian rennet.Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 12 Jan. 2025
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Gay also faced criticisms over allegations of plagiarism when conservative scholar Carol Swain accused Gay of stealing her work without an appropriate citation.Maria Gracia Santillana Linares, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
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Adrian Miller, the soul food scholar who eats black-eyed peas on New Year's Day, says since the tradition's origin is not set in stone, neither is the day it's observed.Luis Giraldo, CBS News, 31 Dec. 2024
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“Master.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/master. Accessed 18 Jan. 2025.
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