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
Protective bumpers on the front and back help guard against scratches and dents, while four smooth-rolling wheels keep things moving effortlessly through crowded terminals.
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Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 11 Apr. 2026
They’re made from a cotton-blend fabric that keeps you cool on steamy spring and summer commutes, and have a five-pocket design that effortlessly combines polish with function.
—Averi Baudler, PEOPLE, 11 Apr. 2026
Some have constantly felt drowned by basic chores that their peers effortlessly tackle.
—Lucy Jones
april 11, Miami Herald, 11 Apr. 2026
The Vita-Prep model effortlessly blends a smooth, uniform salsa.
—Kate Kassin, Bon Appetit Magazine, 9 Apr. 2026
The result is an effortlessly elegant look that proves a black and white ensemble rarely fails to meet the assignment.
—Glamour, 9 Apr. 2026
And Zendaya, as to be expected, really, is fantastic, slipping effortlessly under the skin of the gruff addict in recovery, trying to claw her way out of an increasingly deep hole.
—Radhika Seth, Vogue, 9 Apr. 2026
The Tammy Crewneck style has an effortlessly chic look thanks to its no-frills design and luxurious feel.
—Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 9 Apr. 2026
Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 11 Apr. 2026
They’re made from a cotton-blend fabric that keeps you cool on steamy spring and summer commutes, and have a five-pocket design that effortlessly combines polish with function.
—Averi Baudler, PEOPLE, 11 Apr. 2026
Some have constantly felt drowned by basic chores that their peers effortlessly tackle.
—Lucy Jones
april 11, Miami Herald, 11 Apr. 2026
The Vita-Prep model effortlessly blends a smooth, uniform salsa.
—Kate Kassin, Bon Appetit Magazine, 9 Apr. 2026
The result is an effortlessly elegant look that proves a black and white ensemble rarely fails to meet the assignment.
—Glamour, 9 Apr. 2026
And Zendaya, as to be expected, really, is fantastic, slipping effortlessly under the skin of the gruff addict in recovery, trying to claw her way out of an increasingly deep hole.
—Radhika Seth, Vogue, 9 Apr. 2026
The Tammy Crewneck style has an effortlessly chic look thanks to its no-frills design and luxurious feel.
—Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 9 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for effortlessly
Adverb
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Werner said the parking lot is known to have coyotes at night, which could have easily harmed such a small dog.—
Sydney Barragan,
Oc Register,
16 Apr. 2026
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The musical’s score by Ingrid Michaelson isn’t traditionally melodic, with big leaps from note to note that can easily strain a singer’s voice.—
Pam Kragen,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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The bias cut drapes smoothly, and the mocha dot print (my favorite option) adds a subtle statement without feeling too loud.—
Paris Wilson,
Travel + Leisure,
19 Apr. 2026
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Addressing these early helps prevent avoidable friction and keeps daily life running smoothly.—
Mark Travers,
CNBC,
19 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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The easy-on, easy-off design is a win for airport security, while the sporty silhouette works with everything from jeans and sweatpants to even skirts.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
21 Apr. 2026
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Nothing was coming easy, not at the plate and not defensively.—
Betsy Helfand,
Twin Cities,
17 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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Maryland built a self-service portal that will allow applicants to access key documents more efficiently.—
Rajiv J. Shah,
Baltimore Sun,
21 Apr. 2026
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To do that efficiently, the gate must be separated from the active channel by an insulating layer that is as thin as possible.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
20 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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The logical, unromantic version of their history is that in the 17th century Chincoteague farmers moved their livestock to neighboring Assateague Island to roam freely and avoid fencing their land, as well as skirting various taxation laws.—
Madeline Weinfield,
Travel + Leisure,
18 Apr. 2026
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Wild antelope prance freely while bison lazily graze in pastures.—
Julia Sayers Gokhale,
Midwest Living,
17 Apr. 2026
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“Effortlessly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/effortlessly. Accessed 24 Apr. 2026.
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