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as in skillful
having or showing exceptional knowledge, experience, or skill in a field of endeavor
a training course that transformed the former technophobe into the compleat computer geek almost overnight
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as in complete
not lacking any part or member that properly belongs to it
an exhaustive how-to guide for anyone planning the compleat wedding
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for compleat
Adjective
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But Vancouver nonetheless controlled the second stanza of the contest — first levelling the score, and then taking the lead with a persistent, skillful shift on which Brock Boeser, Quinn Hughes and Elias Pettersson were able to combine for the key go-ahead goal.—
Thomas Drance,
The Athletic,
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His length and explosiveness pair well with a skillful touch and a sharp eye for where teammates are located on the perimeter.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Jan. 2025
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These were once holy spaces for ancient civilizations, and each offers a moment of complete awe and a rare look into history.—
John Newton,
AFAR Media,
24 Jan. 2025
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Jenkins, meanwhile, has helped usher in a complete rethink of Memphis’ offense, one that has made the Grizzlies both unpredictable and effective and led what has historically been a defensive-first squad to a top-five rating on offense.—
John Hollinger,
The Athletic,
24 Jan. 2025
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Such trends have already been observed in studies of highly skilled immigrant labor – which can add an additional 6% in entrepreneurial activity to a city within three years.—
London School of Economics,
Forbes,
22 Jan. 2025
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Feliz plays Samantha Reed who has been trained by her father to be a weapons expert, skilled martial artist and true chameleon all while hiding a mysterious past.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
17 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Your family’s efforts, across a whole generation, to establish financial stability, literally up in smoke.—
Zoë Schlanger,
The Atlantic,
18 Jan. 2025
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The bulk of their diet should consist of fruits and vegetables, lean proteins and whole grains.—
Allison Aubrey,
NPR,
18 Jan. 2025
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Since many trainees aren’t fluent in English, part of the training involves taking English classes to become more proficient in the language.—
Gary Stern,
Forbes,
3 Jan. 2025
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Making dumb, fun genre shows that are heavy on vibes and generally proficient with mechanics.—
Nicholas Quah,
Vulture,
20 Dec. 2024
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Create a clean air space Another piece of advice is to focus on maintaining clean-air areas as opposed to an entire clean-air home.—
Tribune News Service,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 Jan. 2025
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Putting Poeltl behind Anthony-Towns could give New York one of the best frontcourts in the entire NBA.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
18 Jan. 2025
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Managers in the solar industry are adept at making novice salespeople like Colvin push through the job’s darkness.—
Brendan I. Koerner,
WIRED,
13 Jan. 2025
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Many owners of Indian Creek and other ultra-luxury properties around the world are adept at concealing ownership through anonymous holding companies.—
Phoebe Liu,
Forbes,
10 Jan. 2025
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The reservoirs for the city of Los Angeles, through the metropolitan water district, are full.—
Danielle Chemtob,
Forbes,
14 Jan. 2025
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Most people will remember him not only for being a great musician and entertainer, but also for being fun-loving and full of mischief.—
Jessica Nicholson,
Billboard,
14 Jan. 2025
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“Compleat.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/compleat. Accessed 27 Jan. 2025.
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