as in virtuoso
accomplished with trained ability
the pitcher gave a workmanlike performance, allowing the other team to score only a single run
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Recent Examples of workmanlike
As such, even as some bleary-eyed supporters tumbled happily into downtown Columbus early Wednesday morning, the proceedings were often more workmanlike than entirely rollicking.
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Matt Flegenheimer, New York Times, 9 Nov. 2022
The surging Johnson put on a workmanlike effort in advancing to the semifinals.
—oregonlive, 15 July 2022
Bogeys on five of the final eight holes by Faldo enabled Strange to employ his workmanlike game and bask in the sunshine.
—Jim McCabe, BostonGlobe.com, 10 June 2022
Texas coach Chris Beard, a rising star in the profession, improved to 5-0 in first-round games as his No. 6 Longhorns posted a workmanlike 81-73 win over a tough 11th-seeded Virginia Tech squad.
—Jim Litke, ajc, 19 Mar. 2022
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Matt Flegenheimer, New York Times, 9 Nov. 2022
The surging Johnson put on a workmanlike effort in advancing to the semifinals.
—oregonlive, 15 July 2022
Bogeys on five of the final eight holes by Faldo enabled Strange to employ his workmanlike game and bask in the sunshine.
—Jim McCabe, BostonGlobe.com, 10 June 2022
Texas coach Chris Beard, a rising star in the profession, improved to 5-0 in first-round games as his No. 6 Longhorns posted a workmanlike 81-73 win over a tough 11th-seeded Virginia Tech squad.
—Jim Litke, ajc, 19 Mar. 2022
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for workmanlike
Adjective
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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
Adjective
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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
Adjective
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This machine features an 18-inch stride and full-motion arm exercisers, offering a smooth and silent ride for maximum comfort.—
Nora Colomer,
Fox News,
9 Jan. 2025
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To make the marinade, combine the remainder of the ingredients in a blender until smooth.—
Luke Fortney,
New York Times,
9 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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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
Adjective
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But even though the tech has made strides, the replicating subtle, delicate, nuanced sensations of touch has remained just out of reach.—
Mack DeGeurin,
Popular Science,
16 Jan. 2025
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They are known for their delicate appearance, long and thin white stems, and small, button-like caps.—
Michael Gfoeller And David H. Rundell,
Newsweek,
16 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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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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“Workmanlike.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/workmanlike. Accessed 22 Jan. 2025.
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