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
Below are her 14 must-pack picks—plus budget-friendly alternatives that don’t break the bank but still capture Mom’s effortlessly elegant vibe.
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Amanda Eyre Ward, Travel + Leisure, 2 May 2026
Figuring out technology for my dad at a young age well equipped me to surf the internet effortlessly.
—Ohanna Carrascoza, CNBC, 1 May 2026
Sports fans, theater lovers, and nightlife seekers can weave effortlessly through Daikin Park, Alley Theatre, and the Houston Symphony, with local bars like Angel Share offering creative cocktails and a friendly vibe.
—Carrie Honaker, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 May 2026
Simply step on the foot pedal and let the 4-claw steel head grip effortlessly remove each root, helping reduce strain on your lower back, knees, and wrists.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 May 2026
However, the same fire fee that his friends and family can so effortlessly pay would also be levied on people who live in trailers, manufactured housing and small homes in rural areas.
—Susan Shelley, Oc Register, 30 Apr. 2026
Both songs effortlessly convey Urban's signature electric and acoustic guitar stylings as well as tandem harmonics, while the latter, specifically, presents a stunning homage to a genre classic.
—Chris Barilla, PEOPLE, 29 Apr. 2026
With just a few taps or clicks, financial apps effortlessly do heavy lifting, like tracking spending and setting savings goals.
—Mekialaya White, CBS News, 29 Apr. 2026
It was concerned with the lives of everyday people, building worlds so vivid that listeners effortlessly recognized themselves in them.
—Jack Hamilton, The Atlantic, 28 Apr. 2026
Amanda Eyre Ward, Travel + Leisure, 2 May 2026
Figuring out technology for my dad at a young age well equipped me to surf the internet effortlessly.
—Ohanna Carrascoza, CNBC, 1 May 2026
Sports fans, theater lovers, and nightlife seekers can weave effortlessly through Daikin Park, Alley Theatre, and the Houston Symphony, with local bars like Angel Share offering creative cocktails and a friendly vibe.
—Carrie Honaker, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 May 2026
Simply step on the foot pedal and let the 4-claw steel head grip effortlessly remove each root, helping reduce strain on your lower back, knees, and wrists.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 May 2026
However, the same fire fee that his friends and family can so effortlessly pay would also be levied on people who live in trailers, manufactured housing and small homes in rural areas.
—Susan Shelley, Oc Register, 30 Apr. 2026
Both songs effortlessly convey Urban's signature electric and acoustic guitar stylings as well as tandem harmonics, while the latter, specifically, presents a stunning homage to a genre classic.
—Chris Barilla, PEOPLE, 29 Apr. 2026
With just a few taps or clicks, financial apps effortlessly do heavy lifting, like tracking spending and setting savings goals.
—Mekialaya White, CBS News, 29 Apr. 2026
It was concerned with the lives of everyday people, building worlds so vivid that listeners effortlessly recognized themselves in them.
—Jack Hamilton, The Atlantic, 28 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for effortlessly
Adverb
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All of these Hawaiian roll recipes come together easily and quickly in under an hour, with many taking just 30 minutes.—
Jenna Sims,
Southern Living,
30 Apr. 2026
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Grill the thighs, uncovered, until they are charred and browned on both sides, easily released from the grates, and are cooked through (until the center reads at least 165°F on a probe thermometer), 4 to 6 minutes per side.—
Sheldon Simeon,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
30 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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August 23 – September 22 Something at home needs attention before everything else works smoothly today.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
4 May 2026
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Virgo August 23 – September 22 Something at home needs attention before everything else works smoothly today.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
4 May 2026
Adverb
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Save for the small staff cars, the entire interior of the citadel is pedestrianized, and the hotel itself sits on a wide plaza, so parents can breathe easy if older kids step out on their own.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
28 Apr. 2026
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At Sylvan Brewing, come for beers that are comfy (easy-sipping and lower-ABV, like Lanesbrew), crafty (more robust, like the Gnarly or Fiddlehead), or crazy (outside the norm, like the Sylvan Amaretto Stour).—
Robin Pfeifer,
Midwest Living,
23 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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Newspapers in the era before the internet and Wikipedia served as clearinghouses for information, efficiently sharing expertise with the general population.—
Lawrence Glickman,
The Atlantic,
28 Apr. 2026
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This allows staff to assist customers more efficiently without ever having to leave their side, resulting in a more seamless and personalized shopping experience.—
Arthur Zaczkiewicz,
Footwear News,
28 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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LoRusso also recommends pots for herbs that love to spread, like mint and spearmint, which if allowed to grow freely will extend throughout (and beyond) your garden bed.—
Jenny Hughes,
The Spruce,
2 May 2026
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Guests can move freely between experiences, allowing the day to unfold organically — never rushed, never fixed.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
1 May 2026
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“Effortlessly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/effortlessly. Accessed 8 May. 2026.
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