practised
Britishadjective
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expert; skilled; proficient
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acquired or perfected by practice
Example Sentences
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Like his predecessors, Bettan practised being booed during his preparations for Eurovision, though he admitted it did not compare to the real thing.
From BBC • May 13, 2026
Each one of the leaders will have prepared answers for a host of topics, rehearsed their core messages and practised their attack lines to challenge the other leaders.
From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026
The 30-year-old tourist guide in Indian-administered Kashmir answers with the same practised calm every time - yes, it is safe; yes, he will be there; yes, they should come.
From BBC • Apr. 24, 2026
"He practised well yesterday," Sammy said of the right-arm seamer and power hitter, who had strapping on his right knee during training on Sunday but looked in no discomfort.
From Barron's • Feb. 22, 2026
Whenever I practised with American players, I was quick to ask them about tennis scholarships.
From "Kaffir Boy: An Autobiography" by Mark Mathabane
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