be great at

idiom

: to do (something) very well
My brother is great at (playing) golf.

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Style them with a black belt, tucked-in white button-up shirt, and a cardigan for a look that’s similar to the Oscar winner’s (and one that would be great at Thanksgiving). Clint Davis, People.com, 14 Oct. 2024 Antihistamines can be great at relieving allergy symptoms such as sneezing, runny nose, and itchy, watery eyes. Daniel More, Verywell Health, 9 Mar. 2024 The Panthers spent far more for their new offensive guards, so Robert Hunt and Damien Lewis sure better be great at protecting Bryce Young given the salary-cap dollars flowing their way. Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 28 Mar. 2024 That said, synthetic fabrics like polyester and nylon can also be great at wicking moisture away—this is generally what activewear is made of, for instance. Elizabeth Djinis, SELF, 15 Dec. 2023 See all Example Sentences for be great at 

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“Be great at.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/be%20great%20at. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.

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