well-rounded
adjective
well-round·ed
ˈwel-ˈrau̇n-dəd 
: fully or broadly developed: such as
a
: having a broad educational background
schools that turn out well-rounded graduates
b
: comprehensive
a well-rounded program of activities
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Throughout the group stage, few teams had as well-rounded a line anywhere on a field as the United States’ attack.
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Jeff Rueter, The Athletic, 3 Aug. 2024
Although Oklahoma City was a balanced and well-rounded team throughout the season, what primarily drove this high level of success was the Thunder’s performance at home.
—Nick Crain, Forbes, 9 Sep. 2024
Patrick Paul progresses through his rookie season, one of his main goals will be absorbing knowledge like a sponge from two of the wisest and most well-rounded players on the team — veteran left tackles Terron Armstead and Kendall Lamm.
—Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 8 July 2024
Nothing the junior did during the region or state tournaments dipped below a 9.0, establishing her as one of the most consistent and well-rounded gymnasts in the area.
—Taylor Lyons, Washington Post, 20 June 2024
Although the beauty and fashion industries are continuing to expand and include more diverse and well-rounded teams, there is still a long way to go.
—Essence, 28 Sep. 2023
Here’s the kicker: The league might be even more well-rounded this year.
—Shane Hoffmann | , oregonlive, 25 Aug. 2023
Overview The 2024 Infiniti QX50 competes in the crowded compact luxury SUV segment, facing off against stalwarts such as the BMW X3 and Mercedes-Benz GLC-class and well-rounded newcomers including the Genesis GV70.
—Frankie Cruz, Car and Driver, 2 Aug. 2023
Few sport as well-rounded a game, and frankly, there are few players as valuable to their respective teams.
—Michael Shapiro, Chron, 27 Apr. 2023
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Jeff Rueter, The Athletic, 3 Aug. 2024
Although Oklahoma City was a balanced and well-rounded team throughout the season, what primarily drove this high level of success was the Thunder’s performance at home.
—Nick Crain, Forbes, 9 Sep. 2024
Patrick Paul progresses through his rookie season, one of his main goals will be absorbing knowledge like a sponge from two of the wisest and most well-rounded players on the team — veteran left tackles Terron Armstead and Kendall Lamm.
—Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 8 July 2024
Nothing the junior did during the region or state tournaments dipped below a 9.0, establishing her as one of the most consistent and well-rounded gymnasts in the area.
—Taylor Lyons, Washington Post, 20 June 2024
Although the beauty and fashion industries are continuing to expand and include more diverse and well-rounded teams, there is still a long way to go.
—Essence, 28 Sep. 2023
Here’s the kicker: The league might be even more well-rounded this year.
—Shane Hoffmann | , oregonlive, 25 Aug. 2023
Overview The 2024 Infiniti QX50 competes in the crowded compact luxury SUV segment, facing off against stalwarts such as the BMW X3 and Mercedes-Benz GLC-class and well-rounded newcomers including the Genesis GV70.
—Frankie Cruz, Car and Driver, 2 Aug. 2023
Few sport as well-rounded a game, and frankly, there are few players as valuable to their respective teams.
—Michael Shapiro, Chron, 27 Apr. 2023
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“Well-rounded.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/well-rounded. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.
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