expertly

adverb

Definition of expertlynext
as in masterfully
in a skillful or expert manner the apple pie was a traditional but expertly made version of an old favorite

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Recent Examples of expertly Writer-director Jesse Eisenberg (A Real Pain, NYFF62), who also wrote the show’s music and lyrics, keeps things expertly balanced on a knife’s edge between musical theater satire and cathartic character study. — Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 11 Aug. 2026 Expect refined takes on local favorites, to expertly grilled meats and seasonal vegetable dishes, alongside a thoughtful wine list showcasing Greek producers. — Monica Mendal, Vogue, 10 Aug. 2026 This brand is processed, but it’s done so expertly that the natural deliciousness of turkey shines. — Jolene Thym, Mercury News, 5 Aug. 2026 The South London rapper-producer’s first album for Surf Gang is lucid, soulful, and expertly curated. — Dylan Green, Pitchfork, 3 Aug. 2026 The experience mixes expertly cooked Japanese bites along with luscious sashimi and nigiri. — Erika Ebsworth-Goold, Midwest Living, 3 Aug. 2026 Most of my procrastination stems from being too lazy to expertly fold my clothes properly in my suitcase to avoid wrinkles. — Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 1 Aug. 2026 Shows like Lioness are expertly targeted at what subscribers want, and get solid reviews season after season. — K. Thor Jensen, PC Magazine, 30 July 2026 This one-piece expertly balances a full-coverage, boat-neck silhouette with a flirty backless design with. — Annie Blackman, InStyle, 29 July 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for expertly
  1. masterfully
  2. skillfully
  3. well
  4. artfully
  5. capably
  6. neatly
  7. deftly
Adverb
  • That was the trademark philosophy of legendary interior designer Albert Hadley, who masterfully shaped high-society taste for decades.
    — Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 6 Aug. 2026
  • The action sequences in this film aren’t overpowering, but they are masterfully choreographed.
    — Hannah Abraham, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026
Definition of masterfully
Adverb
  • Each round produced more capable people executing more skillfully against incompatible interpretations of the strategy.
    — Leslie Ellis, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026
  • Grant also points out that Barton has developed a reputation for skillfully taking direction.
    — Selome Hailu, Variety, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of skillfully
Adverb
  • Dress well, change often Saint-Tropez has always welcomed a touch of fashion bravado.
    — Lanie Goodman, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Aug. 2026
  • Bally's Chicago remains well situated to continue delivering on its obligations.
    — CBS Chicago Team, CBS News, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of well
Adverb
  • Floral centerpieces, artfully designed by MJ Wittman of Fleuressence, are underwritten by Stephanie Wilbur.
    — News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Aug. 2026
  • Each Fernie's Frozen Espresso-tini Bar is artfully drizzled with ribbons of chocolate shell coating, hardening into a delicate, crackable bite, making for the ultimate pick-me-up on a stick!
    — Mateo Rosiles, USA Today, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of artfully
Adverb
  • Bryant capably replaced Will Campbell as the starting left tackle for one practice, and continues to be solid in 1-on-1 pass rush.
    — Andrew Callahan, Boston Herald, 6 Aug. 2026
  • His professional background is in private equity, and LAFC, the team he's been with since its founding in 2014, which is widely regarded as one of the most capably run franchises in MLS.
    — Becky Sullivan, NPR, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of capably
Adverb
  • Today, this stand is named in honour of Wolves’ legendary goalscorer Steve Bull and dovetails neatly with the rest of an impressive venue that spent the past nine years in the Premier League.
    — Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 13 Aug. 2026
  • Israeli soldiers then arrived in two vehicles and tore it down, but left the blue tarp canopy neatly folded on the ground rather than confiscating it.
    — Zeena Saifi, CNN Money, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of neatly
Adverb
  • The motion goes on to deftly undercut one of the AGs’ main talking points.
    — Dominic Patten, Deadline, 17 Aug. 2026
  • The view changes as the ship’s pilots deftly navigate worlds — or at least try to — like the metropolis of Coruscant and the deserts of Tatooine.
    — Samantha Masunaga, Los Angeles Times, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of deftly

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