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also dextrous
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as in handy
skillful with the hands
the dexterous watchmaker was able to repair the antique watch's delicate gears and parts
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as in skillful
accomplished with trained ability
dexterous handling of a potentially embarrassing situation
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Recent Examples of dexterous
Since he was fired from Fox News, Carlson has cobbled together a successful, dexterous career tweeting, podcasting, and speechifying.
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Hannah Jocelyn, The New Yorker, 1 Nov. 2024
But the company already has a number of humanoids in its robot ranks, has developed a dexterous human-like hand, and become quite adept at showing off its creations in fun promo videos.
—Paul Ridden, New Atlas, 15 Oct. 2024
Williams is at his best and most dexterous in moments like these, the full alchemy between him and Moreno reaching sharp heights, with some witty and unifying soundplay from Steve Schoenbeck’s design.
—David John Chávez, The Mercury News, 4 Oct. 2024
Yamagata University Rover landers and spacecraft alike could be fitted with highly dexterous arms to grab, hook, or even assemble human habitats on the moon, or make repairs to the International Space Station (at least until SpaceX crashes the ISS into Earth).
—New Atlas, 23 Sep. 2024
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Hannah Jocelyn, The New Yorker, 1 Nov. 2024
But the company already has a number of humanoids in its robot ranks, has developed a dexterous human-like hand, and become quite adept at showing off its creations in fun promo videos.
—Paul Ridden, New Atlas, 15 Oct. 2024
Williams is at his best and most dexterous in moments like these, the full alchemy between him and Moreno reaching sharp heights, with some witty and unifying soundplay from Steve Schoenbeck’s design.
—David John Chávez, The Mercury News, 4 Oct. 2024
Yamagata University Rover landers and spacecraft alike could be fitted with highly dexterous arms to grab, hook, or even assemble human habitats on the moon, or make repairs to the International Space Station (at least until SpaceX crashes the ISS into Earth).
—New Atlas, 23 Sep. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dexterous
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These handy devices keep beverages at the perfect temperature for hours, ensuring every sip is as warm and satisfying as the first.Jené Luciani Sena, Fox News, 19 Dec. 2024
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In addition to funding her tour, getting on OnlyFans online has been a source of personal liberation — not to mention a handy protest tool.Rachel Brodsky, Rolling Stone, 18 Dec. 2024
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Success will require new paradigms for U.S. trade policy and skillful diplomacy, as foreign leaders guard their own national interests.Peter E. Harrell, Foreign Affairs, 19 Dec. 2024
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Parents know how skillful our teens can be when making the case against our rules or leadership, so this may come as a surprise.Alison Escalante, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
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Managing Teams Through Worker Shortages The shortage of selectively skilled workers with limited experience challenges leaders to balance immediate needs with long-term growth.Expert Panel®, Forbes, 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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This is done in part by some masterful pixel-art graphics, which incorporate some wild 2D lighting effects and detailed, painterly sprite world.Ars Technica, Ars Technica, 22 Dec. 2024
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Kape is coming off a masterful performance in his last fight.Brian Mazique, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
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The timing is also clever because one of the service’s biggest hits, Severance, is about to launch its second series.David Phelan, Forbes, 4 Jan. 2025
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The first was a clever deflection off the skate and the other was a shot off the post that made the in-arena staff blow the goal horn.Omar White, The Athletic, 4 Jan. 2025
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Unlike in criminal cases, immigrants — including those who have lived in our communities for decades and contributed to our economies — have no constitutional right to an attorney while facing expert prosecutors and judges.Murad Awawdeh, New York Daily News, 16 Dec. 2024
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Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and get expert advice on topics like money, relationships, health and more.Malaka Gharib, NPR, 23 Dec. 2024
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Finally, and most importantly, a competitive culture will reinforce a mindset essential to countering the cunning and ambitious threats in space.Charles Beames, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
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Amid a deadly winter, survival transforms into a perilous game of cunning and betrayal.Matt Grobar, Deadline, 17 Dec. 2024
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And all of these are formulated in a way that is gentle enough not to aggravate the delicate skin around your neck.Funmi Fetto, Vogue, 2 Jan. 2025
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Juniper is present but balanced with rooty and slightly floral notes, followed by a creamy mouthfeel and a delicate spice finish.Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 2 Jan. 2025
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“Dexterous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dexterous. Accessed 9 Jan. 2025.
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