dexterous
Example Sentences
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On Monday night, Mr. Netanyahu tried to pull off a similarly dexterous maneuver.
From New York Times
Also comfortingly unchanged: the dexterous use of the landscape outside the tent as a playing space.
From New York Times
Among many other marvels, he observes how the cephalopod's tentacles are remarkably dexterous, rapidly manipulating tool-like objects and conquering fearsome prey.
From Salon
Leo will need more than luck to put nervous Nancy at ease; he’ll need every tool in his kit, the most impressive and dexterous of which may be his tongue.
From Los Angeles Times
Although dexterous tasks such as doing up buttons are still beyond him, his improving condition means he can do things like stroke his dog, turn on the tap and fill a glass of water.
From BBC
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