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as in virtuoso
accomplished with trained ability
a masterly performance of one of the most difficult ballets in the repertory
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as in skillful
having or showing exceptional knowledge, experience, or skill in a field of endeavor
a masterly handling of a complex topic in philosophy
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as in masterfully
in a skillful or expert manner
a masterly executed somersault
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Recent Examples of masterly
David Benedict, Variety, 3 Apr. 2024
The scene offered a preview of how perfectly Tennant’s Doctor would embody the duality of this hero through his three-plus seasons in the TARDIS — a masterly balance of stillness and chatter, heft and levity.
—Maya Phillips, New York Times, 29 Dec. 2023
So, there is always another level to illusionism, another more masterly bit of deception.
—Philip Kennicott, Washington Post, 3 Nov. 2023
We are most acquainted with her hunter, Ridgeway, who in the fourth episode is given a flashback treatment that is a masterly depiction of neurotic white masculinity.
—Doreen St. Félix, The New Yorker, 14 May 2021
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His handling of her final moments, ultimately placing her calmly sitting on the edge of the stage, is masterly.
—David Benedict, Variety, 3 Apr. 2024
The scene offered a preview of how perfectly Tennant’s Doctor would embody the duality of this hero through his three-plus seasons in the TARDIS — a masterly balance of stillness and chatter, heft and levity.
—Maya Phillips, New York Times, 29 Dec. 2023
So, there is always another level to illusionism, another more masterly bit of deception.
—Philip Kennicott, Washington Post, 3 Nov. 2023
We are most acquainted with her hunter, Ridgeway, who in the fourth episode is given a flashback treatment that is a masterly depiction of neurotic white masculinity.
—Doreen St. Félix, The New Yorker, 14 May 2021
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The future in question is a refreshing discography of musical projects strung together by his soulful croons, innovative production tenets, and skillful storytelling rivaled only by his catalog itself.Kenneth J. Williams Jr., Forbes, 5 Jan. 2025
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To be good at Below Deck is to be skillful at two jobs, both the one on the boat and the one as a practitioner of the reality-television arts and sciences.Brian Moylan, Vulture, 31 Dec. 2024
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But rather than playing it safe, the foremost roast mistress delivered a masterful 10-minute monologue that was hilariously acerbic, pointed, and playful enough to keep the crowd on her good side.EW Staff, EW.com, 9 Jan. 2025
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Watch from the masterful original through the abysmal A Good Day to Die Hard in one sitting, only on Hulu.Brian Tallerico, Vulture, 6 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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Trump has already shown a willingness to break with his grassroots supporters and side with Musk and tech companies over visas for skilled workers.Jessica Guynn, USA TODAY, 9 Jan. 2025
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These events highlight top tequilas through expert blind tastings, celebrating craftsmanship and quality.Hudson Lindenberger, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
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For expert insight, Moriah spoke with interior designer Pamela O’ Brien.Moriah Mason, Southern Living, 10 Jan. 2025
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Managers in the solar industry are adept at making novice salespeople like Colvin push through the job’s darkness.Brendan I. Koerner, WIRED, 13 Jan. 2025
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Many owners of Indian Creek and other ultra-luxury properties around the world are adept at concealing ownership through anonymous holding companies.Phoebe Liu, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
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There are 2,380 comments at the time of writing as well.Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 8 Jan. 2025
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With the Cowboys well outside of the postseason picture, Elliott asked to be released after playing 15 games for the team that drafted him fourth overall in 2016.Thuc Nhi Nguyen, Los Angeles Times, 8 Jan. 2025
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So part of your decisions are based on that, and part of them are just artistic.Samantha Bergeson, IndieWire, 14 Jan. 2025
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For example, the master bedroom features an artistic skylight developed with historic Florentine master glassmakers Polloni and a painting representing the three Parches weaving the thread of life.Sandra Salibian, WWD, 14 Jan. 2025
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Scott was a proficient banjo player by the age of 7 and began to experiment on a piano owned by a neighbor for whom his mother worked as a domestic.Michael Barnes, Austin American-Statesman, 26 Nov. 2024
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This can be a tricky task when working with people who aren’t themselves proficient in technology.Expert Panel®, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
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“Masterly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/masterly. Accessed 18 Jan. 2025.
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