deftness

Example Sentences

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Throughout his tenure, Greenspan displayed the deftness, nimbleness, and flexibility that earned him the moniker “Maestro.”

From Barron's • Jun. 26, 2026

If the greater consistency of his groundstrokes was the jab, the deftness of his dropshot was the body shot.

From BBC • May 29, 2026

Lowry’s juggling of staff loyalty, curatorial independence and board direction required a deftness of touch and grace.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 12, 2026

With an offhand deftness, Ceylan lays bare the sort of master operator who hides in plain sight, skilled at ensnaring unwitting victims.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 22, 2024

I was with her and marveled at my sister's deftness and complete lack of fear.

From "Me Talk Pretty One Day" by David Sedaris