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as in skills
knowledge gained by actually doing or living through something
the hospital is looking for nurses with operating-room experience
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as in adventure
an exciting or noteworthy event that one experiences firsthand
related in a book his experiences as a roving correspondent for network TV news
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Recent Examples of experience
Ars Technica, 22 Dec. 2024
Based on his experience, simple neoprene cases, like this popular model from Amazon, are the easiest to screen.
—Katie Jackson, Travel + Leisure, 21 Dec. 2024
Rachel Aviv, The New Yorker, 23 Dec. 2024
But for pregnant women experiencing housing insecurity, poverty, or domestic violence, the resulting stress can have serious consequences on their mental and physical health.
—Crystal Hudson, New York Daily News, 23 Dec. 2024
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Noun
First there was The Playroom, which was just a collection of small experiences made to show off the features of the PlayStation 4's camera peripheral.
—Ars Technica, 22 Dec. 2024
Based on his experience, simple neoprene cases, like this popular model from Amazon, are the easiest to screen.
—Katie Jackson, Travel + Leisure, 21 Dec. 2024
Verb
Emotional patterns replicate; revelations surface and then recede; injuries are experienced only belatedly.
—Rachel Aviv, The New Yorker, 23 Dec. 2024
But for pregnant women experiencing housing insecurity, poverty, or domestic violence, the resulting stress can have serious consequences on their mental and physical health.
—Crystal Hudson, New York Daily News, 23 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for experience
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These targets are a group of related skills to measure a student's progress.Alec Johnson, Journal Sentinel, 24 Dec. 2024
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Company leaders start taking a look at how to address concerns such as ethics and skills to ensure a smooth path forward.Joe McKendrick, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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Many state sites include locations, meeting points, and starting times of various hikes and other outdoor adventures, from mountain climbs to cross-country country-skiing.Irene S. Levine, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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This complete entertainment system is ready for new spaces, ideal for both backyard parties and road trips (like the recent cross-country adventures launched for a unique geo-guessing challenge).Outside Online, Outside Online, 23 Dec. 2024
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Some patients undergo sclerotherapy, a medication injected directly into the malformation to shrink or close off the abnormal veins, according to Cincinnati Children’s Hospital.Adrianna Rodriguez, USA TODAY, 20 Dec. 2024
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Over the three days, participants will undergo a series of evaluations, including anthropometric and athletic tests, skill development sessions, and competitive 5-on-5 games.Sindiswa Mabunda, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
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Inside a good story, there are always obstacles to overcome - and those obstacles exist to demonstrate your expertise.Chris Westfall, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
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While the Executive Branch pushes agencies to leverage private AI expertise, more and more information on how those AI models work will be cloaked in the nigh-impenetrable veil of government secrecy.Matthew Guariglia, The Mercury News, 24 Dec. 2024
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Pesto’s fame quickly spread after a public gender reveal, and he was viewed close to two billion times on social media.Danielle Hall, Smithsonian Magazine, 24 Dec. 2024
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The year 2025 will still be a time of quantum discoveries.Chuck Brooks, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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His returns bring a historical depth to the sport, as few figures have been as loved by fans quite like Dale Earnhardt Jr. has.Alex Harrington, Newsweek, 26 Dec. 2024
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Perry also had No. 1 hits on the R&B and dance charts.Paul Grein, Billboard, 25 Dec. 2024
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One program assesses the proficiency of students in math, social studies, science and English.Alec Johnson, Journal Sentinel, 24 Dec. 2024
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School performance was evaluated using standardized test scores for math and reading/language arts proficiency.Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
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Despite enduring immense challenges, Ukraine's economy outperforms Moscow's in critical metrics.Katya Soldak, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
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Ukraine has endured more than 1,000 days of conflict with Russia, which has steadily advanced westward, inflicting significant damage to the country's energy grid and straining its military capabilities.Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 20 Dec. 2024
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“Experience.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/experience. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
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