cleverly

adverb

Definition of cleverlynext
as in neatly

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Recent Examples of cleverly Joali also cleverly manages to make a broad church—from families to solo travelers—feel as if this is their own resort. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Oct. 2026 The owner’s cabin, cleverly positioned at the bow, opens to a forward terrace with a Jacuzzi. — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 7 Oct. 2026 That’s been really fun to see how artists are tackling this really cleverly and creatively. — Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 5 Oct. 2026 Reading Un regard, cleverly published during Paris Fashion Week, the book reveals itself to be a self-portrait of a wounded woman, constantly haunted by the fear of disappearing from fashion history. — Olivier Bouchara, Vanity Fair, 30 Sep. 2026 In the mix was Alexandra Daddario, carrying a Montblanc bag with a pen cleverly built into it. — Ryma Chikhoune, Footwear News, 9 Sep. 2026 Crafted from aluminum and weather-resistant HDPE, the seven-piece set includes six wide-seat chairs and a table that cleverly expands from around 60 inches to 83 inches to comfortably accommodate more guests. — Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Sep. 2026 But the law does not tolerate bribery or campaign finance violations no matter how cleverly or clumsily disguised. — Darryll K. Jones, The Orlando Sentinel, 6 Sep. 2026 Don’t miss the Barnes & Noble, which is cleverly housed in an old theater, Auntie Bellum’s Attic Antique Shop, and Firefly Boutique for women’s clothing. — Nicole Letts, Southern Living, 29 Aug. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cleverly
  1. neatly
  2. cleanly
  3. dexterously
  4. aptly
  5. nimbly
Adverb
  • What makes the guest list truly striking is its refusal to stay neatly within the lines of traditional fashion.
    — Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2026
  • Although System of a Down is often grouped with the nu metal bands that dominated heavy music at the time, including Korn and Limp Bizkit, Malakian never saw the band as fitting neatly into any genre.
    — Alex Distefano, Los Angeles Times, 12 Oct. 2026
Definition of neatly
Adverb
  • Patrick Bailey started the fifth with a chop that Rays starting pitcher Griffin Jax was unable to cleanly field.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 16 Oct. 2026
  • Its rounded shape emerged cleanly, with the supporting framework concentrated beneath it.
    — Michael Lydick, PC Magazine, 14 Oct. 2026
Definition of cleanly
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  • Yet Göring dominates the movie thanks to Russell Crowe’s performance, somehow both indulgently big and dexterously subtle.
    — Matt Zoller Seitz, Vulture, 11 Dec. 2025
Definition of dexterously
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  • Less well known is the secondary dining area—aptly named the Secret Garden—which, in good weather, offers a wonderful al fresco experience on the terrace.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Oct. 2026
  • The house even released a book, aptly titled Zoë, in honor of the pair’s bond.
    — Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 9 Oct. 2026
Definition of aptly
Adverb
  • The flags couldn’t be redder, and Khoshnoudi nimbly sketches out the circuitous emotional paths S takes to avoid seeing them until such evasion suddenly and brutally becomes impossible.
    — Sara Holdren, Vulture, 14 Oct. 2026
  • Over the years, however, the actress has proven herself remarkably versatile, pivoting nimbly from frothy rom-coms and broad comedies to searing dramas, psychological thrillers, and big-budget spectacles.
    — Chris Bellamy, Entertainment Weekly, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of nimbly

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