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as in expert
a person with a high level of knowledge or skill in a field
took a few lessons with a tennis ace to improve his backhand
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as in shred
a very small amount
not an ace of truth in what she said
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as in inch
a very small distance or degree
came within an ace of being chosen for the part
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as in skilled
having or showing exceptional knowledge, experience, or skill in a field of endeavor
an ace computer programmer
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as in to practise
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Recent Examples of ace
Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 19 Dec. 2024
General Manager Mike Elias reportedly is still interested in re-signing ace Corbin Burnes.
—Chuck Murr, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
David Moore, Dallas News, 5 June 2023
In its pairing of ace British actors — Mark Rylance and Sally Hawkins — and in its strange-but-true tale of working-class Brits breaking the rules, Phantom recalls The Duke (also a Sony Pictures Classics release), although that recent Jim Broadbent–Helen Mirren starrer has a heavier undercurrent.
—Sheri Linden, The Hollywood Reporter, 2 June 2022
Asia London Palomba, Travel + Leisure, 29 Nov. 2024
The 35-year-old left-hander, the overwhelming favorite after winning the NL triple crown by leading the Senior Circuit in wins, strikeouts and ERA for the Braves, received 26 of 30 first-place votes to easily outpace Phillies ace Zack Wheeler.
—Jerry Beach, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
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Loading your audio article Shortly after Max Fried agreed to the largest contract ever for a left-handed pitcher, the Yankees’ new ace did not consider splurging on a fancy car or a lavish home.
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 19 Dec. 2024
General Manager Mike Elias reportedly is still interested in re-signing ace Corbin Burnes.
—Chuck Murr, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
Adjective
And that number doesn’t include C.J. Goodwin who is a special teams ace, but plays corner in a pinch.
—David Moore, Dallas News, 5 June 2023
In its pairing of ace British actors — Mark Rylance and Sally Hawkins — and in its strange-but-true tale of working-class Brits breaking the rules, Phantom recalls The Duke (also a Sony Pictures Classics release), although that recent Jim Broadbent–Helen Mirren starrer has a heavier undercurrent.
—Sheri Linden, The Hollywood Reporter, 2 June 2022
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This set is a budget-friendly option that aced our tests.
—Asia London Palomba, Travel + Leisure, 29 Nov. 2024
The 35-year-old left-hander, the overwhelming favorite after winning the NL triple crown by leading the Senior Circuit in wins, strikeouts and ERA for the Braves, received 26 of 30 first-place votes to easily outpace Phillies ace Zack Wheeler.
—Jerry Beach, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ace
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While security measures at hospitals have increased following the shooting, experts warn that these efforts may be temporary unless significant changes are made.Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
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Some policing experts say that, properly used, the method can elicit truth from criminals who are lying.Anita Chabria, Los Angeles Times, 23 Dec. 2024
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While the ball from Gibson’s home run was never found, Freeman’s blast was corralled by 10-year-old Zachary Ruderman, whose family sold it at auction for $1.56 million, a shred of its intrinsic value.Bill Plaschke, Los Angeles Times, 31 Dec. 2024
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Some of that continuity is thanks to the ever-present yearning in Martin’s voice, some to the big chords and cathedral choruses, some to the lyrics that have ambiguity without a shred of subtlety.Alex Morris, Rolling Stone, 19 Dec. 2024
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Middle Tennessee saw between 6-9 inches this week for comparison.Craig Shoup, The Tennessean, 22 Dec. 2024
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The lake effect will help bring localized accumulations of 3-to-6 inches to parts of east central Ohio, southwest and western Pennsylvania, and northern West Virginia.Mike Snider, USA TODAY, 21 Dec. 2024
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In a world that is becoming increasingly more millennial gray and sad beige, Mejia points out how people seem to crave homes that are more individualized since there’s so much homogeneity in buildings due to labor and construction costs, and a lack of skilled craftsmen.Sandy Sanchez, Architectural Digest, 23 Dec. 2024
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The team is resolutely focused on improving these performances and fielding competitive drivers, with Jay Guy confirming the necessity of combining skilled drivers with adequate sponsorship backing.Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
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The company is the master of noise-canceling technology and these earbuds do an equally excellent job of blocking out the outside world.Julian Chokkattu, WIRED, 20 Dec. 2024
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The show is a battle royal between two classes of chefs: the elite white spoons, who are culinary masters respected for their knowledge, longevity, and pedigree; and the black spoons, talented chefs, cooks, and restaurateurs who are still on their journey to mastery and recognition.Karen Yuan, Bon Appétit, 18 Dec. 2024
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Taking a cue from the popularity of hot honey and the wildly-successful YouTube series Hot Ones, the next generation of spicy or hybrid spicy flavors allows diners to get adventurous with their food and drink with a splash of sauce, a dip, or a drizzle, Zegler says.Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Dec. 2024
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This decoy bobs and twists in the water, creating ripples but not large splashes.Alex Robinson, Outdoor Life, 19 Dec. 2024
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Officials in Beijing passed new regulations last week that are taking the city one step closer to being driverless after allowing road trials for autonomous vehicles to take place, paving the way for the technology to develop further.Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 6 Jan. 2025
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To remove an extension from Google Chrome, follow these steps: Open Chrome and click the icon that looks like a piece of a puzzle.Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report, Fox News, 6 Jan. 2025
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Russia is adept at this type of warfare, and NATO knows it.David Faris, Newsweek, 29 Dec. 2024
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Sometimes that's translating from one human language to another, but the technology is also adept at transforming text from one genre to another.Ina Fried, Axios, 28 Dec. 2024
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“Ace.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ace. Accessed 9 Jan. 2025.
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