Noun She was an acknowledged expert on child development. an expert at planning dinner parties Adjective We received some expert advice. The company has become expert at adapting its products for new clients.

Recent Examples on the Web: Noun

The board would include a national security committee -- led by an American data-security expert who would be the primary contact with the Committee on Foreign Investment in the U.S. -- which would oversee any issues of concern to Washington. Zheping Huang, Bloomberg.com, "TikTok Owner Is Gaining Confidence Beijing to Okay U.S. Deal," 18 Sep. 2020

The nation's top infectious-disease expert, Dr. Anthony Fauci, appeared via video at Vermont Gov. Phil Scott's virus briefing Tuesday and praised the state's response and its steps to reopen safely. Michelle R. Smith, Star Tribune, "Experts worry as US virus restrictions are eased or violated," 15 Sep. 2020

Braveboy said her office had consulted a use-of-force expert in the case, who concluded the shooting was justified. Washington Post, "Prince George’s officer charged with assault after traffic stop that left man paralyzed," 10 Sep. 2020

This allows auto technicians to get remote assistance in real time from a faraway expert, who is able to see under the hood along with the in-person technician via a camera in the HoloLens headset. Rachel Metz, CNN, "If you own a Mercedes, HoloLens might be used to help fix it," 9 Sep. 2020

The authors, two geodesists (geodesy is a branch of applied mathematics focused on maps and measurements), an expert in the study of Greek and Latin texts, and a historian of science, took an innovative approach. F. Salazar, Smithsonian Magazine, "This Norwegian Island Claims to be the Fabled Land of Thule," 8 Sep. 2020

And the government’s top infectious disease expert, Anthony Fauci, warned that this Labor Day weekend could fuel a further surge in cases if people don’t take social distancing seriously. Steve Peoples, Anchorage Daily News, "Dueling versions of reality define 1st week of fall campaign," 6 Sep. 2020

And the nation’s top infectious disease expert, Dr. Anthony Fauci, is warning that Illinois and a handful of other states seeing increasing COVID-19 numbers are at risk for a surge in cases over Labor Day weekend, Bloomberg is reporting. Lisa Donovan, chicagotribune.com, "The Spin: Duckworth blasts Trump over reported insults of war dead | Ken Griffin vs. Gov. Pritzker on November ballot issue | RNC Chair Ronna McDaniel to headline Illinois GOP fundraiser," 4 Sep. 2020

Recent Examples on the Web: Adjective

Plaquemines Parish, one of the governments that did, in 2018 produced an expert report indicating at least some of the alleged damage dates back to World War II. David Jacobs, Washington Examiner, "Industry groups argue Louisiana Fifth Circuit should reverse panel decision on coastal lawsuits," 17 Sep. 2020

These survivors will need expert help to regain normal sleep. Tore Nielsen, Scientific American, "The COVID-19 Pandemic Is Changing Our Dreams," 16 Sep. 2020

An expert eye Mixing prints can be tricky business, but textile designer Rebecca Atwood wants to demystify the use of pattern in decorating by equipping readers to express their personal aesthetic and tell a story through design. Kara Nelson | Contributing Writer, NOLA.com, "Perk up your surroundings with the use of color patterns and prnts," 15 Sep. 2020

Rhode Island police officer wrote in his expert report. Matthew Barakat, Star Tribune, "Officers: We gave 'chance after chance' before 2017 shooting," 15 Sep. 2020

On certain intermediate and expert runs, speeds may be lowered so that lift operators don't have to physically slow the chairs by grabbing them. Jen Murphy, Condé Nast Traveler, "How Colorado's Arapahoe Basin Is Approaching Ski Season This Year," 14 Sep. 2020

The Love4Live portal will offer expert conversations and panels, twice weekly meditation classes and a virtual retreat on Dec. 4-6. Dave Brooks, Billboard, "Former Live Nation Exec Jason Garner Launches Free Meditation Series for Live Music Pros Hit by COVID-19 Shutdown," 10 Sep. 2020

Here’s an interesting piece looking at the four African candidates, and asking whether the right person for the role would be a political big hitter or an expert insider. Alan Murray, Fortune, "Fortune has a full fall of virtual events coming up," 8 Sep. 2020

Recent Examples on the Web: Verb

According to expert analysis, video testimony and official statements, the graves were dug to accommodate the rising number of virus victims in Qom. Erin Cunningham, Anchorage Daily News, "Iran’s coronavirus burial pits are so vast they’re visible from space," 12 Mar. 2020

Trade law experts state that after the department provides a 232 report to the White House, the president has 90 days to act, with a possible additional 180 days to negotiate with stakeholders. Sean Higgins, Washington Examiner, "Trump auto tariff threat at risk of being undone by a technicality," 29 Jan. 2020

Lucy Jones, the scientist who has been the go-to expert for Southern Californians for decades when the earth moves, did not. latimes.com, "Today: Trump’s Envoy of Discord in Israel," 9 July 2019

Rooke's comments are in line with what royals expert Katie Nicholl told Glamour earlier this month. Glamour, "Why We Probably Won't See Photos of Meghan Markle's Baby After She Gives Birth," 10 Apr. 2019

This event is intended for intermediate to expert skiers/snowboarders ages 8-18 who identify as female. idahostatesman, "A guided hike at Squaw Butte among upcoming outdoors events | Idaho Statesman," 26 Mar. 2018

Vogue asked relationship expert Jordan Gray for some tips on how to do the impossible: be friends with your ex. Elise Taylor, Vogue, "If Selena and Justin Can Do It, So Can You: How to Be Friends With Your Ex," 26 Oct. 2017

Strolling in the adjacent deer park will complete the literary fantasy, as will expert unobtrusive service. Condé Nast Traveler, "Summer Lodge Country House Hotel and Spa," 20 Oct. 2017

Follow along here for news and expert analysis from the meeting from the Courier-Journal. Chris White, The Courier-Journal, "Live updates: University of Louisville athletic association to vote on Rick Pitino's fate," 16 Oct. 2017

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