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
Jimmy Graham and others manned the position capably over the subsequent years, but Kraft was on another level.
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Mike Sando, New York Times, 3 Nov. 2025
However, Poland stressed that its planes handled the situation capably and effectively, and that there was no further cause for concern.
—Peter Aitken, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2025
In his absence, veteran free-agent addition Jaylon Moore has played capably, allowing only eight quarterback pressures over 119 pass-blocking snaps during his three starts, per Pro Football Focus.
—Pete Sweeney, Kansas City Star, 28 Oct. 2025
The Dons lost to Point Loma two weeks ago without him, but Josh Faraimo filled in capably in last week’s 41-0 win over Scripps Ranch.
—John Maffei, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Oct. 2025
Brendel left the Atlanta game with a hamstring strain and was capably replaced by veteran Matt Hennessey.
—Jerry McDonald, Mercury News, 21 Oct. 2025
And Berchtold capably taps into the raw pain underneath Paul’s party-bro exterior, rendering him pitiable if not exactly likable.
—Angie Han, HollywoodReporter, 14 Oct. 2025
But Burrow is sidelined for weeks after toe surgery, and the Broncos will see Browning in his stead on Monday night, a longtime backup who capably filled in for Burrow over seven starts in 2023.
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 26 Sep. 2025
But the star has more capably subverted his pretty-boy presentation in prior TV work.
—Alison Herman, Variety, 18 Sep. 2025
Mike Sando, New York Times, 3 Nov. 2025
However, Poland stressed that its planes handled the situation capably and effectively, and that there was no further cause for concern.
—Peter Aitken, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2025
In his absence, veteran free-agent addition Jaylon Moore has played capably, allowing only eight quarterback pressures over 119 pass-blocking snaps during his three starts, per Pro Football Focus.
—Pete Sweeney, Kansas City Star, 28 Oct. 2025
The Dons lost to Point Loma two weeks ago without him, but Josh Faraimo filled in capably in last week’s 41-0 win over Scripps Ranch.
—John Maffei, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Oct. 2025
Brendel left the Atlanta game with a hamstring strain and was capably replaced by veteran Matt Hennessey.
—Jerry McDonald, Mercury News, 21 Oct. 2025
And Berchtold capably taps into the raw pain underneath Paul’s party-bro exterior, rendering him pitiable if not exactly likable.
—Angie Han, HollywoodReporter, 14 Oct. 2025
But Burrow is sidelined for weeks after toe surgery, and the Broncos will see Browning in his stead on Monday night, a longtime backup who capably filled in for Burrow over seven starts in 2023.
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 26 Sep. 2025
But the star has more capably subverted his pretty-boy presentation in prior TV work.
—Alison Herman, Variety, 18 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for capably
Adverb
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If Beale Street Could Talk (2018) Barry Jenkins masterfully adapts James Baldwin’s novel of the same name into the beautiful love story.—
Taryn Finley,
Refinery29,
7 Nov. 2025
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Vercellino later founded The Lion Heart Experience, a touring company composed of his former students that masterfully fuses storytelling, original music, and painting to inspire self-worth in young audiences.—
Kris Ann Valdez,
Parents,
4 Nov. 2025
Adverb
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The hotel, which cinched a Michelin Key this year, has 65 rooms and suites that skillfully combine historic Victorian style with modern touches.—
Cat Sposato,
Travel + Leisure,
4 Nov. 2025
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And when wielded skillfully, the very tools that mislead us can help us out of this conundrum.—
Nadav Ziv,
Time,
23 Oct. 2025
Adverb
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Strength, endurance, agility and mental toughness are tested in constantly changing combinations designed to reward the most well-rounded performers.—
NWA Democrat-Gazette,
Arkansas Online,
10 Nov. 2025
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In Southern cuisine, a main dish is best complemented by a host of incredible side dishes.—
Patricia S York,
Southern Living,
9 Nov. 2025
Adverb
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Twigs ably fills the role but is not given the kind of acting showcase Cage has here.—
Pete Hammond,
Deadline,
11 Nov. 2025
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Under normal conditions, the Palisade hybrid maneuvered through crowded streets and construction zones ably.—
Mark Phelan,
Freep.com,
11 Nov. 2025
Adverb
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On the Longhorns’ lone scoring drive, Manning performs competently, but running back Quintrevion Wisner does the heavy lifting with a 37-yard run.—
Jim Barnes,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
11 Oct. 2025
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The selling point of the Conjurings is that they are competently made haunted house movies that reliably feature good set pieces.—
Alison Willmore,
Vulture,
4 Sep. 2025
Adverb
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And for looking put-together post-red-eye, the Niasso Portable Travel Steamer is $23 (originally $36) and tucks neatly into a weekender.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Nov. 2025
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But Heberlig argued the transportation debate didn’t break down neatly along partisan lines.—
Nora O'Neill,
Charlotte Observer,
7 Nov. 2025
Adverb
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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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In an October news release announcing the partnership, district officials said the long-term goal will focus on ensuring all students can read proficiently by third grade and pave the way for success for the rest of their academic careers.—
Lina Ruiz,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
4 Sep. 2025
Adverb
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Green expertly applies fake eyelashes, thick foundation and a dessert brown eye look, while Messina goes to work piling tight curls atop my head.—
Anna Kaufman,
USA Today,
9 Nov. 2025
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Its gentle formula expertly breaks down makeup without leaving my skin feeling dry and tight.—
Clara McMahon,
PEOPLE,
8 Nov. 2025
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“Capably.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/capably. Accessed 18 Nov. 2025.
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