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practised

British  
/ ˈpræktɪst /

adjective

  1. expert; skilled; proficient

  2. acquired or perfected by practice

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I practised harder and harder, pushed myself to the physical limit, believing this was the only way to find my rhythm and form.

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The Olympics Charter currently states that "only those sports which are practised on snow or ice are considered as winter sports".

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He found a cheap deal on some recording equipment online and practised.

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The three-minute routine is broadcast on television and practised in small community groups across the country.

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The latest Census information shows the largest ethnic group in Normanton and Arboretum wards is Asian, with Islam the most widely practised religion.

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