dexterously

adverb

Definition of dexterouslynext
as in skillfully

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Recent Examples of dexterously 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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dexterously
  1. skillfully
  2. deftly
  3. adroitly
  4. expertly
  5. efficiently
  6. ably
  7. masterfully
  8. competently
Adverb
  • Telhou uses primal shouts to keep the herd together, while Saâdia uses a slingshot contraption to skillfully throw stones at straying goats.
    — Jen Murphy, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Oct. 2026
  • When daily life can feel quite bruising and fractious, documentaries skillfully encourage us to let our guard down and connect with real-life stories and people… sometimes challenging, often invigorating, and always meaningful.
    — Matthew Carey, Deadline, 14 Oct. 2026
Definition of skillfully
Adverb
  • John Steinbeck wrote Cathy Ames, the antagonist of his novel East of Eden, as the embodiment of original sin, and in Zoe Kazan’s Netflix adaptation, Florence Pugh deftly channels the character’s ambition and cynicism.
    — Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 16 Oct. 2026
  • His predecessor, Tim Cook, gained stature on the world stage as a power broker deftly navigating global politics, markets, and supply chains.
    — Andrew R. Chow, Time, 15 Oct. 2026
Definition of deftly
Adverb
  • The overtones of social significance are adroitly handled and make real sense in an era of tragic international quarrels.
    — THR Staff, HollywoodReporter, 28 Sep. 2026
  • Rams architects Les Snead and Sean McVay can still adroitly motivate a player without pressing too hard.
    — Steve Henson, Los Angeles Times, 4 June 2026
Definition of adroitly
Adverb
  • Lace was expertly placed with thoughtful trims and underlays to create detailed masterpieces.
    — Shelby Wax, Vogue, 20 Oct. 2026
  • Hadid wore the Vivaia Carol Jogger Sneakerinas on a chopper ride, expertly styling them with a beige barn jacket, little black dress, and suede shoulder bag.
    — Annie Blackman, InStyle, 14 Oct. 2026
Definition of expertly
Adverb
  • Manufacturers must produce hardware faster, ground crews must prepare missions in parallel, and reusable boosters must return to service efficiently.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 17 Oct. 2026
  • According to Karlidag, drying similar fabrics together usually helps the load dry more evenly and efficiently.
    — Maria Sabella, The Spruce, 16 Oct. 2026
Definition of efficiently
Adverb
  • Still The Hairy Ape is, in one sense, a long, furious solo — a man pounding his head against a piano while accompanied by the orchestra — and Beavers ably carries its weight through to the finale.
    — Sara Holdren, Vulture, 5 Oct. 2026
  • Zeller sets this up ably by incorporating the sledgehammer blows of the builder hired by Toby into percussive passages of Volker Bertelmann’s ominous score.
    — David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 8 Sep. 2026
Definition of ably
Adverb
  • The narrative winds in and out of time, masterfully jumping between past and future with no consideration to chronology.
    — Sky Davis, Christian Science Monitor, 13 Oct. 2026
  • Ahluwalia x Puma Blending the designer’s Indian-Nigerian culture with Puma’s legendary sportswear designs, this partnership masterfully resulted in a colorful, chic athleisure capsule.
    — Virginia Corneli, Footwear News, 23 Sep. 2026
Definition of masterfully
Adverb
  • But their ability to competently run a city, connecting directly with local needs, often sets them up for national politics.
    — Ishaan Tharoor, New Yorker, 30 Sep. 2026
  • Nor does Moshe appear a natural action director, as the setpieces here are just competently staged rather than harrowing, and overall tension goes slack on occasion.
    — Dennis Harvey, Variety, 10 Sep. 2026
Definition of competently

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“Dexterously.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dexterously. Accessed 22 Oct. 2026.

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