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dexterity

[dek-ster-i-tee] / dɛkˈstɛr ɪ ti /


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As the Quanta X1 Pro's clothes folding demonstrated, robots still can't match human dexterity.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

Some scientists believe this could eventually lead to more expressive digital instruments, smarter training tools, and even rehabilitation systems that use musical movement to improve dexterity and coordination.

From Science Daily • May 28, 2026

Under Mr. Cullman’s incisive direction the entire cast unties the emotional knots of the characters with impressive dexterity.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

“Ready or Not 2” and “They Will Kill You” supply their characters with almost inhuman agency and dexterity because they reflect a moment when the viewer desperately wishes they could have those things, too.

From Salon • Mar. 29, 2026

Meg, in the other boat, was delightfully situated, face to face with the rowers, who both admired the prospect and feathered their oars with uncommon ‘skill and dexterity’.

From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott




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