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Dexterous vs. Dextrous
Dexterous
/ˈdɛkst(ə)rəs/Examples:
His dexterous fingers completed the intricate model.A dexterous skateboarder, she navigated obstacles with ease.The chef's dexterous knife skills amazed the judges.
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Dextrous
/ˈdekstrəs/Examples:
With dextrous fingers, she quickly solved the puzzle.His dextrous handling of the debate left everyone impressed.The dextrous juggler performed flawlessly at the circus.
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Ways to tell them apart:
- Dexterous is the more commonly accepted spelling.
- Both spellings refer to the ability to use hands skillfully.
- Remember, dexterity is related to dexterous, not dextrous.
- The ous ending in both serves the purpose of forming an adjective from a noun.
- The dex root relates to skill, particularly in using hands or body.
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