sure-handed

adjective

sure-hand·​ed ˈshu̇r-ˈhan-dəd How to pronounce sure-handed (audio)
ˈshər-
Synonyms of sure-handednext
: proficient and confident in performance especially using the hands
sure-handedness noun

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There’s nobody more sure-handed than Miggy. — Bill Plunkett, Oc Register, 8 Apr. 2026 The sure-handed Puka Nacua dropped a sure touchdown pass. — Los Angeles Times, 11 Jan. 2026 Hemby is a sure-handed, downhill runner with solid receiving skills out of the backfield. — Jeff Zrebiec, New York Times, 20 Apr. 2026 Primarily a shortstop, the sure-handed Lombard has also spent some time at third base this season. — Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 28 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for sure-handed

Word History

First Known Use

1930, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of sure-handed was in 1930

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“Sure-handed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sure-handed. Accessed 8 Jul. 2026.

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