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a hand at

ADJECTIVE
skillful
Synonyms
STRONGEST
accomplished adept adroit competent experienced practical proficient seasoned skilled smart trained
WEAK
apt brainy clever crack crackerjack dexterous expert good handy hotdog learned on the ball practiced prepared primed pro professional quick ready really into savvy sharp smooth there tuned-in versant versed vet veteran well-versed whiz wicked wised up
Antonyms
STRONGEST
awkward clumsy incapable incompetent inefficient inept inexperienced stupid unable unseasoned unskilled untrained
WEAK
green ignorant incapacitated unskillful untalented

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Your critics say you had too heavy a hand at the SEC.

From Barron's • Apr. 18, 2026

Now, actor, writer and director Michael Angarano tries a hand at something different in “Sacramento,” a film that, despite its title, is only partially set in California's capital.

From Salon • Apr. 11, 2025

Her sister, Hana Assran, 50, flicked a hand at some nearby Sisi banners.

From New York Times • Dec. 12, 2023

“Look at the thousands of people who have come here of their own accord,’’ he said, waving a hand at the crowds.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 18, 2022

“I think we would love your advice,” I say, and as soon as Emilika’s eyes are off me, I wave a hand at Danuta, telling her to participate.

From "The Light in Hidden Places" by Sharon Cameron