as in masterfully
in a skillful or expert manner
the summer intern performed all assigned tasks at the television station capably and quickly
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Recent Examples of capably
Newsom has capably sensed what Democrats want right now, and is delivering it with a roguish charisma.
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Jonathan Chait, The Atlantic, 22 Jan. 2026
While Harmon has capably knocked down her midrange jumper lately, shooting guard Jordan Lee is in the midst of slump.
—Cedric Golden, Austin American Statesman, 20 Jan. 2026
James played in back-to-back games for the second time this season — and the second time this week, capably completing a set of five games in seven days for the 41-year-old superstar who had previously been resting for one game in back-to-back sets.
—CBS News, 18 Jan. 2026
Diggs performed capably while playing nearly half of Green Bay’s defensive snaps in its regular-season finale Sunday.
—Dallas Morning News, 9 Jan. 2026
One of Chris Grier’s best 2025 pickups as general manager before his dismissal, Strange seized the right guard job from Kion Smith, following James Daniels’ Week 1 injury, and generally performed capably.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 6 Jan. 2026
The fest is now capably overseen by Nachhattar Singh Chandi, another successful businessman and longtime local who had served on the fest’s board under Matzner, with pivotal assistance from the fest’s longtime publicist and tireless champion Steven Wilson of Scenario PR.
—Scott Feinberg, HollywoodReporter, 2 Jan. 2026
Nix almost always hurries his throws when a blitz comes Harvey’s way, regardless of whether the rookie RB picks it up capably or not.
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 23 Dec. 2025
All-terrain tires and a higher ride height allow the EX30 to steer capably through challenging cracks and crevices.
—Morgan Korn, ABC News, 21 Dec. 2025
Jonathan Chait, The Atlantic, 22 Jan. 2026
While Harmon has capably knocked down her midrange jumper lately, shooting guard Jordan Lee is in the midst of slump.
—Cedric Golden, Austin American Statesman, 20 Jan. 2026
James played in back-to-back games for the second time this season — and the second time this week, capably completing a set of five games in seven days for the 41-year-old superstar who had previously been resting for one game in back-to-back sets.
—CBS News, 18 Jan. 2026
Diggs performed capably while playing nearly half of Green Bay’s defensive snaps in its regular-season finale Sunday.
—Dallas Morning News, 9 Jan. 2026
One of Chris Grier’s best 2025 pickups as general manager before his dismissal, Strange seized the right guard job from Kion Smith, following James Daniels’ Week 1 injury, and generally performed capably.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 6 Jan. 2026
The fest is now capably overseen by Nachhattar Singh Chandi, another successful businessman and longtime local who had served on the fest’s board under Matzner, with pivotal assistance from the fest’s longtime publicist and tireless champion Steven Wilson of Scenario PR.
—Scott Feinberg, HollywoodReporter, 2 Jan. 2026
Nix almost always hurries his throws when a blitz comes Harvey’s way, regardless of whether the rookie RB picks it up capably or not.
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 23 Dec. 2025
All-terrain tires and a higher ride height allow the EX30 to steer capably through challenging cracks and crevices.
—Morgan Korn, ABC News, 21 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for capably
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Director Tony Williams masterfully curates a mood of oppressive dread from the opening minutes through the bloody climax and explosive final frames, making this one of the very best Australian horror films of all time.—
Kevin Jacobsen,
Entertainment Weekly,
31 Jan. 2026
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Fuerza Regida masterfully blends heartbreak and dangerous rumors into one gripping track.—
Tere Aguilera,
Billboard,
30 Jan. 2026
Adverb
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This 2026 reissue of the sneaker features a slim shape and a low profile—skillfully tapping into the current hype surrounding nostalgic slim sneakers.—
Katharina Fuchs,
Glamour,
1 Feb. 2026
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De Araújo lived through a similar trauma and skillfully maps the chasm between parents who want to protect their kid’s innocence and a girl who needs answers.—
Amy Nicholson,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Jan. 2026
Adverb
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While flat structures work well in many systems, one-dimensional forms offer advantages in applications that require fast transport or mechanical reinforcement.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
30 Jan. 2026
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If its welfare state is too cushy, or its climate policies too green – well, nobody’s perfect.—
Christian Edwards,
CNN Money,
30 Jan. 2026
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Barnes ably defended Atlanta big man Kristaps Porziņģis for a good chunk of the first half on Monday, despite playing with two fouls.—
Eric Koreen,
New York Times,
6 Jan. 2026
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While leaning on Robbins’ style for its dance interludes — kudos to choreographer Maija Garcia for deftly capturing his movement vocabulary and the performers for so ably executing it — the script’s structure seems more an homage to Tennessee Williams.—
Rob Hubbard,
Twin Cities,
20 Dec. 2025
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Nevertheless, Mustaine’s leadership ensures that Megadeth has all the hallmarks of a competently forgettable Megadeth album.—
Eli Enis,
Pitchfork,
26 Jan. 2026
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Public programs retain support only when voters believe they are competently managed, and this story suggests the opposite.—
Matt K. Lewis,
Mercury News,
13 Jan. 2026
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Dooley did not fit neatly into either camp.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 Jan. 2026
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Symmetrical Throw Pillows Having two identical pillows placed neatly on either side of a sofa is the safest—and most uninteresting—choice.—
Angelika Pokovba,
Martha Stewart,
28 Jan. 2026
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Perhaps the most controversial policy is holding back third graders who cannot read proficiently.—
Theara Coleman,
TheWeek,
14 Jan. 2026
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Over 75% of the student body at Eastway speaks a first language other than English, with many students who do not yet speak English proficiently.—
Rebecca Noel,
Charlotte Observer,
4 Sep. 2025
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His ability to play with genre in the most unexpected way shines through in this gripping story which expertly subverts your expectations in the most thrilling and surprising way.—
Alex Ritman,
Variety,
29 Jan. 2026
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This wooden armoire makes a statement in any room while expertly disguising so much additional storage space.—
Rachel Trujillo,
PEOPLE,
28 Jan. 2026
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