as in easily
without difficulty
the pizza worker flung the round of dough into the air and effortlessly caught it
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Recent Examples of effortlessly
With their contrasting colors and effortlessly cool vibe, two-tone jeans have arrived as a fun way to elevate an outfit without feeling over-the-top about it.
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Sydney Pulaski, Glamour, 8 May 2026
This pair of linen-blend harem pants is $78 off and just waiting to go on vacation with you, plus this billowy blouse is 53 percent off and adds an effortlessly stylish vibe to jeans or trousers.
—Rylee Johnston, PEOPLE, 8 May 2026
The end result is a command of the crowd’s energy so effortlessly total that Cameron is moved to marvel at it.
—Angie Han, HollywoodReporter, 7 May 2026
The retailer’s latest edit turns the spotlight on Leset, the beloved label known for its effortlessly cool wardrobe staples.
—Irina Grechko, Vogue, 7 May 2026
Once again charming viewers with his native Australian accent, the actor remains effortlessly entertaining while using his charisma to neutralize caustic dialogue that would flatten a less likable performer on impact.
—Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 6 May 2026
And the constant presence of four effortlessly irresistible sisters, each unfolding towards the light like a peony, has stunted her growth.
—Judy Berman, Time, 6 May 2026
Cedar Crest Lodge Pleasanton, Kansas Cedar Crest Lodge, set on more than 100 acres of land that’s certified as a wildlife habitat, effortlessly combines country chic with upscale service.
—Erika Ebsworth-Goold, Midwest Living, 6 May 2026
Below, Samantha Hodges, explains how to remove paint effortlessly, with specific tips for both water- and oil-based paint.
—Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 5 May 2026
Sydney Pulaski, Glamour, 8 May 2026
This pair of linen-blend harem pants is $78 off and just waiting to go on vacation with you, plus this billowy blouse is 53 percent off and adds an effortlessly stylish vibe to jeans or trousers.
—Rylee Johnston, PEOPLE, 8 May 2026
The end result is a command of the crowd’s energy so effortlessly total that Cameron is moved to marvel at it.
—Angie Han, HollywoodReporter, 7 May 2026
The retailer’s latest edit turns the spotlight on Leset, the beloved label known for its effortlessly cool wardrobe staples.
—Irina Grechko, Vogue, 7 May 2026
Once again charming viewers with his native Australian accent, the actor remains effortlessly entertaining while using his charisma to neutralize caustic dialogue that would flatten a less likable performer on impact.
—Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 6 May 2026
And the constant presence of four effortlessly irresistible sisters, each unfolding towards the light like a peony, has stunted her growth.
—Judy Berman, Time, 6 May 2026
Cedar Crest Lodge Pleasanton, Kansas Cedar Crest Lodge, set on more than 100 acres of land that’s certified as a wildlife habitat, effortlessly combines country chic with upscale service.
—Erika Ebsworth-Goold, Midwest Living, 6 May 2026
Below, Samantha Hodges, explains how to remove paint effortlessly, with specific tips for both water- and oil-based paint.
—Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 5 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for effortlessly
Adverb
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Opponents to the change, however, say there will be no easy way to ensure people are following these rules, and various state gun laws, when mailing easily concealable handguns.—
Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
8 May 2026
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Further, knowledge is distributed and often tacit, so can’t easily be bundled into one AI mind.—
Matthew Hutson,
IEEE Spectrum,
7 May 2026
Adverb
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November 22 – December 21 One small change could help everything run more smoothly.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
10 May 2026
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Sagittarius November 22 – December 21 One small change could help everything run more smoothly.—
Tarot.com,
Baltimore Sun,
10 May 2026
Adverb
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Though the shoot was short and the heat was hot, Gray says being surrounded by talented, dedicated actors made the rest of it pretty easy.—
Rebecca Ford,
Vanity Fair,
11 May 2026
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For those worried how this will affect Scheana her reality career, breathe easy.—
Alejandra Gularte,
Vulture,
11 May 2026
Adverb
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Staff greet guests quickly and efficiently, and luggage disappears upstairs within minutes.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 May 2026
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But businesses can do more to use plastic efficiently and minimally.—
Sammy Duda,
The Orlando Sentinel,
12 May 2026
Adverb
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Dong wrote articles arguing for constitutional democracy, political reform and transparency in politics — views allowed to circulate freely in the past that are now taboo in China.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
8 May 2026
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The closure of the Strait of Hormuz since late February has blocked a large portion of the global oil supply from flowing freely, and uncertainty surrounding the conflict has kept oil prices volatile.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
8 May 2026
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“Effortlessly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/effortlessly. Accessed 15 May. 2026.
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