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skill

Definition

  • noun: the ability to do something that comes from training, experience, or practice
  • noun: the ability to use one's knowledge effectively and readily in execution or performance
  • verb: to make a difference
  • synonyms: cause, matter, expertness

Examples

  • I was impressed by her 'skill' at writing. = I was impressed by her 'skill' as a writer.

  • The work is difficult and requires a lot of 'skill'.

  • Poker is a game of luck and 'skill'.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Ye that followeth me shall have the light of life." John, chapter , verse . I hear you're good with numbers. How nice. Man should have a skill. Explain this. It's called a rock blanket. It's for shaping and polishing rocks. A little hobby of mine. It's pretty clean. (..)
    1994 The Shawshank Redemption