Example Sentences

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"Both the State and Murdaugh's defense skillfully presented their cases to the jury as the trial court deftly presided over this complicated and high-profile matter," the justices wrote.

From BBC • May 13, 2026

“The Iranians are obviously negotiating very skillfully—or, rather, very skillfully not negotiating and letting the Americans travel to Islamabad only to leave again without any results.”

From Slate • May 2, 2026

Director Yorgos Lanthimos skillfully brings viewers along for the ride, stretching and then rewarding their sympathy with Teddy, even as his behavior becomes ever more outlandish.

From Barron's • Mar. 1, 2026

“Without the department, these meticulously researched and skillfully crafted oral histories are no longer being produced.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 23, 2026

Matt hastily returned to his chair by the front door while Ralph quickly and skillfully drove his car under the clock.

From "Ralph S. Mouse" by Beverly Cleary