workmanship
noun
work·man·ship
ˈwərk-mən-ˌship 
Examples of workmanship in a Sentence
The problems were caused by cheap materials and poor workmanship.
The excellent workmanship of the cabinets is remarkable.
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American Home Shield only guarantees its workmanship for 30 days, however, while America’s First Choice stands by parts and labor for the life of your contract.
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Ana Staples, CNBC, 31 Dec. 2024
Russia has sent two prototypes of its latest fighter jet in service, the stealth Su-57, to China for an airshow, where they were reportedly mocked for their poor workmanship and conditions.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
Making these breads takes over 72 hours of slow and careful workmanship.
—Irene S. Levine, Forbes, 20 Nov. 2024
Those who cross the finish line return to homes with shoddy workmanship that should never have passed inspection.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 9 Aug. 2024
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Ana Staples, CNBC, 31 Dec. 2024
Russia has sent two prototypes of its latest fighter jet in service, the stealth Su-57, to China for an airshow, where they were reportedly mocked for their poor workmanship and conditions.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
Making these breads takes over 72 hours of slow and careful workmanship.
—Irene S. Levine, Forbes, 20 Nov. 2024
Those who cross the finish line return to homes with shoddy workmanship that should never have passed inspection.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 9 Aug. 2024
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“Workmanship.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/workmanship. Accessed 23 Jan. 2025.
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workmanship
noun
work·man·ship
ˈwərk-mən-ˌship
1
: the art or skill of a workman : craftsmanship
2
: the quality of a piece of work
the excellent workmanship of the desk
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