1
as in agility
ease and grace in physical activity
the effortless deftness with which he plays the piano
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as in skill
subtle or imaginative ability in inventing, devising, or executing something
with deftness and aplomb she managed to keep the bickering relatives apart for the duration of the reception
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But each platform brings moving goal posts: ever-changing algorithms, unique content requirements and operational demands, requiring agility and evolving teams.—
Dani Nadel,
Forbes.com,
8 May 2025 -
They are known for their agility, curiosity, and intelligence and often inhabit jungle areas near resorts.—
Lydia Patrick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 May 2025
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His first-period goal was a reminder of his skill and experience: a quality tipped shot that takes years of practice to master.—
Joshua Kloke,
New York Times,
8 May 2025
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Pisces Shuhua Xiong Full Moon in Scorpio on May 12: Ask for hope — trust is a survival skill.—
Colin Bedell,
Them.,
8 May 2025
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“Deftness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/deftness. Accessed 22 May. 2025.
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