adept

Example Sentences

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Russians are still defying the blockade, always adept at finding new ways to access our journalism.

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

He has been adept at building bridges across Iran’s rival factions, says Ali Vaez, Iran project director at conflict resolution organization International Crisis Group.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 23, 2026

Miller is durable and a particularly adept pass blocker.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 17, 2026

In the hundreds of years the House of Lords has existed, its unelected hereditary members have become adept at surviving extinction-level events.

From BBC • Mar. 13, 2026

Joan took Spanish and German in high school and was adept in both, “Industry!”

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady