agility
noun
agil·i·ty
ə-ˈji-lə-tē 
plural agilities
: the quality or state of being agile : nimbleness, dexterity
played with increasing agility
Examples of agility in a Sentence
a gymnast whose agility on the parallel bars has won him several medals
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Mauigoa also showcased his speed and agility at offensive tackle.
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Adam Lichtenstein, Sun Sentinel, 23 Mar. 2026
There are also plans for a soccer experience where visitors can get into a pickup game or practice agility or kicking drills.
—Joe Brandt, CBS News, 19 Mar. 2026
Thirty teams were on-hand to see his agility and positional workout, including the Cowboys.
—Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 Mar. 2026
Yes, Joseph Woll was again stellar, stopping 31 of 33 shots and earning deserved praise for his aggressiveness and agility.
—Joshua Kloke, New York Times, 15 Mar. 2026
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Adam Lichtenstein, Sun Sentinel, 23 Mar. 2026
There are also plans for a soccer experience where visitors can get into a pickup game or practice agility or kicking drills.
—Joe Brandt, CBS News, 19 Mar. 2026
Thirty teams were on-hand to see his agility and positional workout, including the Cowboys.
—Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 Mar. 2026
Yes, Joseph Woll was again stellar, stopping 31 of 33 shots and earning deserved praise for his aggressiveness and agility.
—Joshua Kloke, New York Times, 15 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for agility
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“Agility.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/agility. Accessed 27 Mar. 2026.
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