deft hand

Frequency: 7.815.2 per million words

Describes actions performed with great skill and dexterity.

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Examples (10)

  • The sculptor shaped the clay with a deft hand.
  • With a deft hand, the surgeon made the incision.
  • She decorated the cake with the deft hand of a master pastry chef.
  • It will take a deft hand to navigate the company through this crisis.
  • The pianist's deft hand flew across the keys, creating a beautiful melody.
  • The editor trimmed the manuscript with a deft hand, improving its flow.
  • He fixed the delicate watch mechanism with a surprisingly deft hand.
  • Guiding the peace talks required a very deft hand in diplomacy.
  • The magician’s trick was done with such a deft hand that no one saw the card disappear.
  • A teacher needs a deft hand to manage a classroom full of energetic children.