as in vet
a person with long experience in a specified area
as a veteran of overseas travel, she gave us solid advice about planning our trip
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as in skilled
having or showing exceptional knowledge, experience, or skill in a field of endeavor
a veteran teacher who mentors new teachers
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Recent Examples of veteran
Chris Deubert, Forbes.com, 25 July 2025
Horror veteran Matthew Lillard returns as William Afton, the sinister founder of Freddy Fazbear's Pizza and Vanessa's serial killer dad.
—Allison Degrushe Published, EW.com, 25 July 2025
The veteran astronaut has spent over a year in orbit in total and conducted nine spacewalks for a total of 48 hours and 37 minutes, according to NASA.
—Brett Tingley, Space.com, 25 July 2025
Mike Garcia is a first-generation American, decorated Navy combat veteran, and former congressman who represented California’s 27th District.
—Mike Garcia, Oc Register, 25 July 2025
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Noun
On July 24, the Las Vegas Raiders reportedly released defensive tackle Christian Wilkins, a six-year veteran with whom the Raiders signed a four-year, $110 million contract prior the 2024 season, $82.75 million of which was guaranteed.
—Chris Deubert, Forbes.com, 25 July 2025
Horror veteran Matthew Lillard returns as William Afton, the sinister founder of Freddy Fazbear's Pizza and Vanessa's serial killer dad.
—Allison Degrushe Published, EW.com, 25 July 2025
The veteran astronaut has spent over a year in orbit in total and conducted nine spacewalks for a total of 48 hours and 37 minutes, according to NASA.
—Brett Tingley, Space.com, 25 July 2025
Mike Garcia is a first-generation American, decorated Navy combat veteran, and former congressman who represented California’s 27th District.
—Mike Garcia, Oc Register, 25 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for veteran
Noun
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Stephens will be supported by seasoned stage vets Tamzin Outhwaite, Daniel Cerqueira and Christopher Fairbank in the production.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
21 July 2025
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As Elvis began suffering seizures Heather, 29, from Maine rushed him to the vet.—
Alice Gibbs,
MSNBC Newsweek,
20 July 2025
Adjective
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Many of these apprentices were not skilled tradesmen.—
Anna Kleiber,
jsonline.com,
22 July 2025
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The same is true of pickleball, where a skilled player with the right paddle can cause problems for an opponent.—
Martin Cizmar,
Wired News,
20 July 2025
Noun
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The consent order also called for an independent expert compliance contractor to monitor the hospital.—
Livi Stanford,
Hartford Courant,
21 July 2025
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Then, the movements of these tools guided by the hands of expert human surgeons could be recreated by conventional robotic arms like the ones used in STAR.—
Jacek Krywko,
ArsTechnica,
21 July 2025
Adjective
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The Meaning For The Industry Phosphor Capital represents a meaningful evolution in venture capital: one where experienced founders are becoming specialized backers who understand the YC journey firsthand.—
Dasha Shunina,
Forbes.com,
22 July 2025
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The key has been the gradual introduction of a new generation around the experienced core to supplement their talents with pace and vivacity.—
Megan Feringa,
New York Times,
22 July 2025
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They were originally intended for horticultural professionals.—
Chris McKeown,
The Enquirer,
27 July 2025
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Instead of settling for stopgap solutions, the group built a recruiting arm that could bring in international professionals.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
26 July 2025
Adjective
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Customer service reps, especially those with experience, are adept at handling these data discrepancies.—
Forbes.com,
Forbes.com,
23 July 2025
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The ants that nest in pots are adept at picking up their colonies and moving them quickly, says Liesch.—
Anne Readel,
Better Homes & Gardens,
18 July 2025
Noun
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Does the town still have a past outside the fading memories of its old-timers?—
John Carlisle,
Freep.com,
3 July 2025
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More deals may or may not emerge – old-timer Mediacom is still operating independently - but none may ever again represent a real realignment in the cable world.—
Howard Homonoff,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2025
Adjective
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The result is a skillful balance between dewy and glossy, blushy and gleamy.—
Annie Blackman,
Allure,
18 July 2025
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But despite those skillful trappings, the story soon feels ponderous.—
Dennis Harvey,
Variety,
11 July 2025
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“Veteran.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/veteran. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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