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as in skillful
having or showing exceptional knowledge, experience, or skill in a field of endeavor
a crackerjack photographer who gets the news photo that is reprinted around the world
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as in excellent
of the very best kind
a crackerjack book on the history of rock music
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also crackajack
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as in virtuoso
a person with a high level of knowledge or skill in a field
a young prospect who's supposed to be a crackerjack on the baseball diamond
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2
as in beauty
something very good of its kind
the cheese maker's aged cheddar is a real crackerjack
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Recent Examples of crackerjack
Savannah Salazar, Vulture, 19 Oct. 2024
His crackerjack timing turns decent jokes into laugh-out-loud hilarious ones, and his puppyish sweetness keeps Chris endearing at his worst.
—Angie Han, The Hollywood Reporter, 27 June 2024
Despite the deer’s unimpressive size, the shot itself was a crackerjack.
—Alice Jones Webb, Field & Stream, 13 June 2024
There's also the crackerjack novel The Invention of Morel by Argentine Adolfo Bioy Casares for anyone seeking something (marginally) narrative.
—Julian Manning, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 May 2024
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Noun
Rivals David Tennant and Aidan Turner, wearing suits with very large lapels, yelling lustily at a crackerjack cast of character actors about high-stakes drama in the world of 1980s independent British television.
—Savannah Salazar, Vulture, 19 Oct. 2024
His crackerjack timing turns decent jokes into laugh-out-loud hilarious ones, and his puppyish sweetness keeps Chris endearing at his worst.
—Angie Han, The Hollywood Reporter, 27 June 2024
Despite the deer’s unimpressive size, the shot itself was a crackerjack.
—Alice Jones Webb, Field & Stream, 13 June 2024
There's also the crackerjack novel The Invention of Morel by Argentine Adolfo Bioy Casares for anyone seeking something (marginally) narrative.
—Julian Manning, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 May 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for crackerjack
Adjective
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Hiring managers must learn to distinguish between misuse and skillful application to capture a candidate’s ability to tackle real-world challenges.—
Bing Yu Yap,
Forbes.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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He is known for his skillful wedge game and a booming drive, but at Memorial Park, his whole game coalesced perfectly.—
Ben Morse,
CNN Money,
31 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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That is exactly what happened for Olivia Smith’s excellent opener as Marie Hobinger hit a defence-splitting pass in to Canada’s 20-year-old rising star.—
Caoimhe O'Neill,
New York Times,
13 Apr. 2025
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Salah then surged forward towards the edge of the box before playing an excellent pass with the outside of his left boot.—
Daniel Taylor,
New York Times,
13 Apr. 2025
Noun
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From there, the brothers rope in a boozy harmonica virtuoso named Delta Slim (Delroy Lindo), who only accepts the gig after the brothers agree to pay him in Irish beer.—
David Ehrlich,
IndieWire,
10 Apr. 2025
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Throughout, he’s depicted as an anxious man with big feelings, a musical virtuoso whose shame, self-esteem and addiction issues were spawned as a young child bearing witness to domestic disputes.—
Derek Scancarelli,
Forbes,
17 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Jonathan, who is captivated by her beauty and kindness, joins forces with her magical friends, empowering Snow White to find her voice and the strength and courage to face the Evil Queen.—
Jen Juneau,
People.com,
14 Mar. 2025
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As Markle's version of Goop, The Tig was about living a worldly life, broadening your horizons, and aspiring for beauty and wellness in the everyday.—
Alanna Bennett,
refinery29.com,
14 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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This three-hour experience is led by a skilled guide who will keep you safe, take photographs, and give you detailed information about the bridge and surrounding areas along the way.—
Wendy Altschuler,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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Wiggins, a skilled scorer, doesn’t fit what the Heat ideally needs: someone who can finish at the basket, draw fouls, get Miami into offense and take over games late.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
14 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Just when Kenin looked set to push the contest into a decider, Pegula saved three set points and won six consecutive games to mount a terrific fightback and clinch victory.—
Manasi Pathak,
Forbes.com,
7 Apr. 2025
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But Campbell, one of the hardest workers in this draft class, is a terrific athlete.—
Nick Baumgardner,
New York Times,
7 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Legal scholars have said there is little legal precedent for Trump's war on Big Law, which has created a chilling effect across the legal community, and most will certainly have a chilling effect on his opponents who will need legal representation against him.—
Alexander Mallin,
ABC News,
29 Mar. 2025
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On top of that, the Trump administration has detained some international scholars who have expressed support for Palestinian causes or criticized Israel over the war in Gaza.—
Tinbete Ermyas,
NPR,
28 Mar. 2025
Noun
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However, some shoppers who bought the honey learned that the stock was already gone when their purchase was confirmed.—
Janine Henni,
People.com,
7 Apr. 2025
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Sugars occur naturally in some foods, such as honey, fruits, and milk.—
Merve Ceylan,
Health,
3 Apr. 2025
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“Crackerjack.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crackerjack. Accessed 19 Apr. 2025.
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