She had ___ her skill in band, Crossword Clue

 The answer to the crossword clue "She had ___ her skill in band" is HONED. This is a 6-letter word that means to sharpen or improve one's skills through practice.

The clue is suggesting that Ava had worked hard to improve her skills in band. She had practiced regularly, and she had put in a lot of effort. She was now a skilled oboist, and she was proud of her accomplishments.

The word "honed" can also be used to describe a physical object that has been sharpened. In this case, the clue is suggesting that Ava's skills were as sharp as a knife.

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