practised
Britishadjective
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expert; skilled; proficient
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acquired or perfected by practice
Example Sentences
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Although trained as an architect she never practised, instead running several construction companies.
From Barron's ● Jul. 24, 2026
Nearby, employees of the Union shopping mall practised using fire extinguishers to put out flames within a controlled pit, under the guidance of firefighters.
From Barron's ● Jul. 14, 2026
But, having played two doubles matches and practised intensely at Wimbledon over the past few days, Williams believes she is sharp and solid enough to return at the place where she won seven singles titles.
From BBC ● Jun. 22, 2026
However, the rich resources of the northern wetlands were more suited to the lifestyle practised by hunter-gatherers.
From Science Daily ● May 30, 2026
To so practised and indefatigable a horseman as Mr. Rochester, it would be but a morning’s ride.
From "Jane Eyre" by Charlotte Brontë
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