as in skills
knowledge gained by actually doing or living through something
new dog owners who were seeking someone with expertise in animal obedience
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Recent Examples of expertise
But to achieve that dream, the Crown Prince needs Western investment and expertise—and ideally, cooperation with Israel’s high-tech capabilities.
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Karen Elliott House, Time, 10 July 2025
Delivering a project of this scale requires technical expertise, careful planning, and ongoing coordination, particularly because the future light rail alignment runs through a densely populated area.
—Rowan Briggs, Mercury News, 10 July 2025
For those seeking a hypnotist, experts recommend visiting the websites of the American Society of Clinical Hypnosis or The International Society of Hypnosis, both of which offer directories of professionals who have expertise and often certification in the practice.
—Shiv Sudhakar, FOXNews.com, 10 July 2025
Specialized expertise is essential in designing, procuring, deploying, operating and maintaining such systems.
—Steven Carlini, Forbes.com, 30 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for expertise
Karen Elliott House, Time, 10 July 2025
Delivering a project of this scale requires technical expertise, careful planning, and ongoing coordination, particularly because the future light rail alignment runs through a densely populated area.
—Rowan Briggs, Mercury News, 10 July 2025
For those seeking a hypnotist, experts recommend visiting the websites of the American Society of Clinical Hypnosis or The International Society of Hypnosis, both of which offer directories of professionals who have expertise and often certification in the practice.
—Shiv Sudhakar, FOXNews.com, 10 July 2025
Specialized expertise is essential in designing, procuring, deploying, operating and maintaining such systems.
—Steven Carlini, Forbes.com, 30 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for expertise
Noun
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Rather, let your achievements and skills be the standout feature of your resume, not the design.—
Sho Dewan,
Forbes,
28 Dec. 2024
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Employers want to see proof of your skills, not just hear about them.—
Sho Dewan,
Forbes,
28 Dec. 2024
Noun
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From our experience, there are a few major home categories to look out for when shopping for the best sales: bedding, appliances, decor, and kitchen essentials.—
Nashia Baker,
Architectural Digest,
8 July 2025
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Nearby, counselors track each child’s progress on individualized goals — following directions, taking turns, handling disappointment — skills that will transform their experiences when school begins again.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
8 July 2025
Noun
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The first Black principal in that town, he is credited with reducing arrests, suspensions, and disciplinary actions and increasing academic proficiency.—
Kaitlin McCallum,
Hartford Courant,
12 July 2025
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Employers need to see results, and results scream proficiency.—
Rachel Wells,
Forbes.com,
11 July 2025
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“Expertise.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/expertise. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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