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skillful

[skil-fuhl] / ˈskɪl fəl /


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Wade, and making skillful strides on the world stage.

From Salon Jul. 27, 2026

"The Iranians are obviously very skilled at negotiating, or rather, very skillful at not negotiating, letting the Americans travel to Islamabad and then leave again without any result," he said.

From BBC Apr. 29, 2026

The emphasis on skillful play and Bloodborne's gothic, Victorian setting made it an instant favourite with critics, and it's widely regarded as one of the best video games of all time.

From BBC Apr. 14, 2026

Baron was known for his skillful driving on the racetrack and his love of cruising steep canyon roads.

From Los Angeles Times Apr. 9, 2026

Perhaps Rekh would now let him make leaves every day, perhaps allow him to anneal wire, spread solder just so on the boxes, and learn and become skillful.

From "The Golden Goblet" by Eloise Jarvis McGraw




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