deft hand
Frequency: 7.815.2 per million words
Describes actions performed with great skill and dexterity.
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- 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.