1
as in mastery
a highly developed skill in or knowledge of something
surprised by his proficiency at the game after only the briefest explanation of the rules
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as in skills
knowledge gained by actually doing or living through something
acquired proficiency at golf through long hours of practice
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Recent Examples of proficiency
Their night-fighting proficiency, torpedoes, and fighter-aircraft designs played crucial roles in a series of early Japanese victories.
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Stephen Biddle, Foreign Affairs, 19 Mar. 2025
However, vulnerable communities are more at risk, including seniors, children, people with disabilities, those with limited English proficiency and those from socioeconomically disadvantaged backgrounds.
—Sierra Lopez, Mercury News, 26 Mar. 2025
For data analysts, proficiency in specialized tools no longer seems so special, and their role of providing pixel-perfect dashboards is gravely threatened.
—Florian Douetteau, Forbes.com, 26 Mar. 2025
In science, the district saw 73.6% of its students meet proficiency standards, compared to 52.7% statewide.
—Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 17 Mar. 2025
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Stephen Biddle, Foreign Affairs, 19 Mar. 2025
However, vulnerable communities are more at risk, including seniors, children, people with disabilities, those with limited English proficiency and those from socioeconomically disadvantaged backgrounds.
—Sierra Lopez, Mercury News, 26 Mar. 2025
For data analysts, proficiency in specialized tools no longer seems so special, and their role of providing pixel-perfect dashboards is gravely threatened.
—Florian Douetteau, Forbes.com, 26 Mar. 2025
In science, the district saw 73.6% of its students meet proficiency standards, compared to 52.7% statewide.
—Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 17 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for proficiency
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In terms of colors, Hublot, a division of LVMH, also stands out, thanks to its patented mastery of coloured ceramic watches.—
Stéphane JG Girod,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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The strong, clear, almost naïve Quattrocento manner—with its astonishing pace of invention, its decade-by-decade advances in perspective, atmosphere, and optical finesse—once played off the polished mastery of van Dyck and Holbein.—
Adam Gopnik,
New Yorker,
6 Apr. 2025
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Rather, let your achievements and skills be the standout feature of your resume, not the design.—
Sho Dewan,
Forbes,
28 Dec. 2024
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Employers want to see proof of your skills, not just hear about them.—
Sho Dewan,
Forbes,
28 Dec. 2024
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With annual trading volumes now reportedly exceeding $3 trillion, Xia sees AI integration as the next frontier for cryptocurrency exchanges in 2025, potentially redefining trading experiences for both newcomers and experienced traders.—
Sean Lee,
Forbes.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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The friends bring serious on-screen experience to the table.—
Amber Corrine,
VIBE.com,
3 Apr. 2025
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The analysis used to create the interactive map comes from 234 climate experts from 64 countries, as well as a 2022 U.S. climate report that synthesized data and expertise from eight governmental agencies.—
Bill Kearney,
Sun Sentinel,
7 Apr. 2025
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The project represents a milestone for Naga cinema, blending international filmmaking expertise with local narratives and talent.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
7 Apr. 2025
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Lopes lacks the poise, control, fight IQ, coachability and ability to make in-fight adjustments of his opponent.—
Trent Reinsmith,
Forbes.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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Recent scrutiny of fluoride There has been pushback to water fluoridation since the practice became popular, and in recent years opponents to the practice have expressed concerns over potential impacts on IQ.—
Joseph Choi,
The Hill,
9 Apr. 2025
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What To Know The U.S. Army Europe and Africa command identified Knutson-Collins as the fourth soldier in a press release on Wednesday.—
Jason D. Greenblatt,
MSNBC Newsweek,
2 Apr. 2025
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He’s also scored seven runs, is hitting .350 out of the third spot in the batting order and takes command of the team on the field.—
Paul Johnson,
Chicago Tribune,
2 Apr. 2025
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“Proficiency.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/proficiency. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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