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
Cotton Jersey Sheet Set For versatile sheets that truly do it all, look no further than Threshold’s Cotton Jersey Sheet Set that pairs effortlessly with any comforter, quilt, or throw.
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Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Jan. 2026
The Dean Easy Straight Jeans are easy to style and effortlessly cool—not to mention 59 percent off—and the 100 percent cotton construction will only get more comfortable with each wear.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 11 Jan. 2026
Following the Paris premiere of the film in late November, the lawyer looked effortlessly cool in a sparkly sheer minidress while holding hands with George, who donned a blue suit.
—Yerin Kim, InStyle, 11 Jan. 2026
Classic accessories like a simple leather belt, loafers, or ankle boots will complete the already effortlessly chic ensemble.
—René Chávez Esparza, Glamour, 11 Jan. 2026
The material is ultra-soft, drapes effortlessly, and has ample stretch.
—Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 9 Jan. 2026
Four-legged robots have similarly learned to effortlessly navigate rugged landscapes and even herd sheep.
—Victor Tangermann, Futurism, 8 Jan. 2026
The brand’s lineup of best-selling luggage under $300 includes sleek staples like The Carry-On ($275) and The Bigger Carry-On ($295)—lightweight, durable pieces that glide effortlessly through terminals and tuck neatly into overhead bins.
—Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Jan. 2026
Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Jan. 2026
The Dean Easy Straight Jeans are easy to style and effortlessly cool—not to mention 59 percent off—and the 100 percent cotton construction will only get more comfortable with each wear.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 11 Jan. 2026
Following the Paris premiere of the film in late November, the lawyer looked effortlessly cool in a sparkly sheer minidress while holding hands with George, who donned a blue suit.
—Yerin Kim, InStyle, 11 Jan. 2026
Classic accessories like a simple leather belt, loafers, or ankle boots will complete the already effortlessly chic ensemble.
—René Chávez Esparza, Glamour, 11 Jan. 2026
The material is ultra-soft, drapes effortlessly, and has ample stretch.
—Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 9 Jan. 2026
Four-legged robots have similarly learned to effortlessly navigate rugged landscapes and even herd sheep.
—Victor Tangermann, Futurism, 8 Jan. 2026
The brand’s lineup of best-selling luggage under $300 includes sleek staples like The Carry-On ($275) and The Bigger Carry-On ($295)—lightweight, durable pieces that glide effortlessly through terminals and tuck neatly into overhead bins.
—Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for effortlessly
Adverb
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Polka dots bring visual interest without overwhelming a look, pairing easily with solid staples.—
Gabrielle Porcaro,
Travel + Leisure,
10 Jan. 2026
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If the dollar bill pulls out easily, the gasket needs to be replaced.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
The Spruce,
10 Jan. 2026
Adverb
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Although the meeting went smoothly and led to concrete commitments, the bonhomie was strained by uncomfortable questions at a news conference about the issue hanging over the day’s diplomacy.—
Christian Edwards,
CNN Money,
9 Jan. 2026
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Their study on the jagged frontier shows that AI capability spikes and dips across activities rather than rising smoothly with difficulty.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
8 Jan. 2026
Adverb
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Glou-glou is an easy-drinking wine that’s light, fun and highly fruity.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
13 Jan. 2026
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The open-plan, top-story space is at once elegant and easy-going—flexible enough to work for all-day dining, with an abundance of natural light, as well as a fabulous spot for drinks on the terrace, with views across the city.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
8 Jan. 2026
Adverb
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Pairing your vitamin D with foods that contain certain nutrients–including healthy fats, magnesium, and zinc–can help your body absorb it more efficiently.—
Jennifer Lefton,
Verywell Health,
7 Jan. 2026
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By reshaping the plastic at extremely high temperatures, the researchers turned waste into materials that can generate electricity efficiently and repeatedly.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
7 Jan. 2026
Adverb
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In this space, the living room freely flows into the kitchen and dining area.—
Claire Hoppe Norgaard,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 Jan. 2026
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Outdoor air must flow freely through the space.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
13 Jan. 2026
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“Effortlessly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/effortlessly. Accessed 15 Jan. 2026.
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