as in flexibility
ease and grace in physical activity
a gymnast whose agility on the parallel bars has won him several medals
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Recent Examples of agility
Leon also has a special talent on set pieces for the Saints, using her agility and explosiveness to perform flip throws.
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Patrick Z. McGavin, Chicago Tribune, 6 May 2026
Researchers from Osaka University have used supercomputer simulations to solve the mystery of how dolphins achieve such high speeds and agility.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 4 May 2026
Nick needs to possess a great deal of agility and anxiety.
—Patrick Ryan, USA Today, 28 Apr. 2026
Her pen moves with the same agility as her voice.
—New York Times, 28 Apr. 2026
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Patrick Z. McGavin, Chicago Tribune, 6 May 2026
Researchers from Osaka University have used supercomputer simulations to solve the mystery of how dolphins achieve such high speeds and agility.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 4 May 2026
Nick needs to possess a great deal of agility and anxiety.
—Patrick Ryan, USA Today, 28 Apr. 2026
Her pen moves with the same agility as her voice.
—New York Times, 28 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for agility
Noun
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First-look deals offer more flexibility for creators, but that comes with smaller checks.—
Tony Maglio,
HollywoodReporter,
13 May 2026
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In some cases, that may involve flexibility around closing timelines, occupancy dates, or smaller logistical considerations that can influence how an offer is perceived in a competitive environment.—
Connie Etemadi,
USA Today,
13 May 2026
Noun
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Defensively, Norby has made a solid transition to first, committing two errors and showing nimbleness at the position.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
3 May 2026
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The great players have to be great adapters because baseball serves up near-constant tests of nimbleness.—
Tom Krasovic,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
21 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The Korean firm’s RLDX-1 is a dexterity-first foundation model designed for high-precision robotic manipulation using high-degree-of-freedom (DoF) hands.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
12 May 2026
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Smaller bags, around 4 by 7 inches, push your hand-eye coordination and dexterity.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
11 May 2026
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His game was based on his athletic prowess in the challenges and ability to provide food to camp, and hindered by his lack of social strategy, which proved to be his downfall each of the four times he’s previously returned.—
Nic Juarez,
Vulture,
12 May 2026
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China are known for their prowess across a wide range of sports.—
Eduardo Tansley,
New York Times,
12 May 2026
Noun
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Expedition travel protection policies often include emergency medical coverage, medical evacuation, trip interruption protection, and coordination services designed to transport travelers from remote regions to advanced medical facilities if a serious emergency occurs.—
Barbara Booth,
CNBC,
9 May 2026
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Through skill, sacrifice and professionalism, our first responders have narrowly avoided major disasters, including the recent high-rise fire in Towson that could have ended far worse without rapid response and coordination on scene.—
Nick Stewart,
Baltimore Sun,
9 May 2026
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The term implies godlike deftness and speed but also a certain impersonal coldness — skill at the expense of passion.—
Justin Davidson,
Vulture,
29 Apr. 2026
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Her willingness to handle tough conversations coupled with the deftness to maneuver through them productively.—
Marcus Thompson II,
New York Times,
27 Mar. 2026
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“Agility.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/agility. Accessed 14 May. 2026.
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