How to Use workmanship in a Sentence

workmanship

noun

• The problems were caused by cheap materials and poor workmanship.
• The excellent workmanship of the cabinets is remarkable.
• The best way to appreciate the scale and workmanship, though, is from the air.
  — AZCentral.com, 17 Aug. 2021
• The workmanship is poor and, arguably, not in full compliance with the terms of the contract.
  — Howard Dakoff, chicagotribune.com, 9 Aug. 2017
• It is well crafted outside and in, with no signs of shoddy workmanship in any part of the car.
  — Kyle Edward, Forbes, 11 June 2021
• The experts were now sure, because of the sloppy workmanship, the bomb was probably not the work of a mob hit man.
  — Peter Van Sant, CBS News, 27 May 2017
• This popular workmanship was first achieved in the 1720s in France.
  — Brenda Yenke, cleveland, 16 Jan. 2020
• Grab a bow off the shelf and look closely at the materials and workmanship.
  — Dave Hurteau, Field & Stream, 12 Aug. 2020
• In the past the embossing of a letter was regarded as a sign of bad workmanship.
  — The Economist, 18 Dec. 2019
• But to invest in blades is to invest in workmanship and safety.
  — Roy Berendsohn, Popular Mechanics, 24 Feb. 2021
• As in the upper floors, the workmanship here is excellent.
  — James Alexander, Hartford Courant, 2 May 2022
• The review showed that the shoddy workmanship that led to the collapse of the ceiling above the concourse was pervasive.
  — Howard Blumestaff Writer, Los Angeles Times, 9 July 2022
• And, of course, keeping it beautiful, in craft and workmanship—the haute X factor.
  — Bridget Foley, Town & Country, 15 May 2021
• In terms of subject, style and workmanship the piece might have adorned an elite residence in Rome itself.
  — Holland Cotter, New York Times, 16 Nov. 2023
• There is more of an emphasis on good craft and workmanship and a move away from mass production.
  — Bridget Arsenault, Forbes, 15 May 2022
• The potential woes are many: poor workmanship, countless delays and a bill that seems to keep growing.
  — Kaya Laterman, New York Times, 30 Mar. 2018
• But look closely, and there’s exquisite workmanship in the pleating detail that runs the length of this stunner.
  — BostonGlobe.com, 25 Apr. 2021
• The workmanship is flawless, and the leather, wood, and suede elements exude richness.
  — Al Haas, Philly.com, 7 June 2018
• This gift will make your recipient admire the lines, the workmanship, and your care and fortitude.
  — Roy Berendsohn and Joseph Truini, Popular Mechanics, 28 Nov. 2020
• Is there a way to remove, or at least cover up, paint that has gotten onto bricks because of sloppy workmanship?
  — Jeanne Huber, Washington Post, 23 Nov. 2022
• The coupon sellers, employees of the state, couldn’t have cared less about their customers or the poor workmanship of Soviet shoe factories.
  — George Melloan, WSJ, 4 Feb. 2020
• White as the toile, a symbol of the workmanship and dedication, the first step in the construction process...a possibility.
  — Carrie Goldberg, Harper's BAZAAR, 21 July 2020
• The industry standard for workmanship is between five and 10 years.
  — Ap McClatchy, The Mercury News, 31 July 2019
• When the market crumbled then, a number of class action lawsuits were filed for workmanship defects.
  — Matt Canham, The Salt Lake Tribune, 8 Oct. 2021
• Their sturdy workmanship was required in rugged terrain and the artistry was meant to convey the powerful permanence of these new arrivals who had come to stay.
  — Nafeesah Allen, House Beautiful, 15 June 2021
• The ship was shot through with shoddy workmanship, sloppy cabling and constant breakdowns.
  — Jeffrey Kluger, Time, 3 Aug. 2017
• These visits can give you an idea about a contractor’s workmanship and attention to detail, as well as the style of the designers involved.
  — Jon Healey, Los Angeles Times, 19 Apr. 2023
• Swimwear was the key obsession months leading into the first beach trip of the year, with keen regard for material, workmanship, and design.
  — Bianca Salonga, Forbes, 25 June 2022
• For all your jewelry needs, the Croghan family continues to serve beautiful workmanship.
  — Caroline Griswold, Vogue, 23 July 2024
• But if a quote comes in significantly lower than those of competing contractors, take that number as a warning to expect cost overruns, shoddy workmanship, or a late completion date.
  — Tim Nelson, Architectural Digest, 27 Sep. 2024

Last Updated: 13 Dec 2024