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artistry

American  
[ahr-ti-stree] / ˈɑr tɪ stri /

noun

  1. artistic workmanship, effect, or quality.

  2. artistic ability.

artistry British  
/ ˈɑːtɪstrɪ /

noun

  1. artistic workmanship, ability, or quality

  2. artistic pursuits

  3. great skill

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Etymology

Origin of artistry

First recorded in 1865–70; artist + -ry

Example Sentences

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"Bobby will forever be a guiding force whose unique artistry reshaped American music."

From Barron's

I think of blockbuster gold and indie artistry alike.

From Salon

Even those whose artistry is insufficiently remunerative to pay the rent contribute something vital.

From The Wall Street Journal

Statistical artistry was used to compare an early flu season to one that started much later allowing claims of flu cases being "an incredible 10 times higher" than in 2023.

From BBC

Part advertisement, part history lesson and part playground, “American Icon: A Mustang Immersive Experience” uses theme park-inspired trappings to celebrate a work of mechanical artistry.

From Los Angeles Times

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