sure-handed
Americanadjective
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using the hands with skill and confidence; dexterous.
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done with skill and proficiency.
a sure-handed sketch of a proposed building.
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displaying the skill and experience of an expert.
a sure-handed politician.
Other Word Forms
Etymology
Origin of sure-handed
First recorded in 1945–50
Example Sentences
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The sure-handed Puka Nacua dropped a sure touchdown pass.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 11, 2026
On third-and-goal from the 4, Justin Herbert dropped back and fired a pass for the sure-handed Keenan Allen.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 5, 2025
Receiver Quentin Johnston, once plagued by drops, has emerged as a sure-handed deep threat.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 26, 2025
It was the third time in the last four games that the usually sure-handed Andrews has finished with more turnovers than assists.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 22, 2024
And till we can recover that, we shall never be able to have a Government firm-seated and sure-handed.
From Framley Parsonage by Anthony Trollope
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