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as in agile
moving easily
the graceful ballerina effortlessly leapt across the stage
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as in elegant
having or showing elegance
sat down in the old plantation home's very graceful parlor
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as in elegance
dignified or restrained beauty of form, appearance, or style
a home decorated with all of the gracefulness you'd expect of a fashion designer impressed by the gracefulness of the antebellum mansion
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Recent Examples of graceful
Allison Palmer, Sacbee.com, 27 Mar. 2025
As with most new pursuits, our learning curve was steep and our movements the antithesis of graceful.
—Tim Chester, AFAR Media, 16 Apr. 2025
Coastal live oaks stretched their long branches into a graceful embrace.
—Francine Kiefer, Christian Science Monitor, 10 Apr. 2025
The graceful curvature of the leather seatbacks and straps encasing the sofas were a marvel, somehow both sturdy and delicate.
—Liam Hess, Vogue, 10 Apr. 2025
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Adjective
Its graceful white blooms bring a sense of tranquility, while its purifying qualities improve your space’s overall atmosphere, helping to alleviate stress.
—Allison Palmer, Sacbee.com, 27 Mar. 2025
As with most new pursuits, our learning curve was steep and our movements the antithesis of graceful.
—Tim Chester, AFAR Media, 16 Apr. 2025
Coastal live oaks stretched their long branches into a graceful embrace.
—Francine Kiefer, Christian Science Monitor, 10 Apr. 2025
The graceful curvature of the leather seatbacks and straps encasing the sofas were a marvel, somehow both sturdy and delicate.
—Liam Hess, Vogue, 10 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for graceful
Adjective
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By staying ahead of these challenges and embracing new security strategies, businesses can ensure their networks are secure today and—at the same time—are agile enough to handle whatever the future may hold.—
Forbes.com,
Forbes.com,
25 Apr. 2025
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This centralized and hierarchical decision-making is incompatible with the desire for speed and a rapid trial-and-error approach, called agile development, as is practiced in Silicon Valley.—
MICHAEL BROWN,
Foreign Affairs,
22 Apr. 2025
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Some people prefer more minimal styles and want a midi dress that’s simple and elegant and easy to accessorize.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
1 May 2025
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With elegant interiors, a stunning outdoor patio, and a nod to the artistic and culinary traditions of the Côte d'Azur, Claudie invites guests to indulge in the magic of the South of France with every visit.—
Erica Wertheim Zohar,
Forbes.com,
1 May 2025
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This dramatic addition is a great alternative to a veil for those who want a train, yet have a distinct volume and structure that lends a look a retro elegance.—
Shelby Wax,
Vogue,
28 Apr. 2025
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The one-shoulder design gives it a Grecian elegance that simultaneously reads regal yet effortless—the epitome of the Italian sprezzatura.—
Nneya Richards,
Travel + Leisure,
26 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Poles has been nimble in building the roster through all avenues, including free agency and trades and even angling for restricted free agents.—
Brad Biggs,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Apr. 2025
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We're obsessed with feedback and are nimble enough to adjust and evolve based on what our members want, while also introducing them to new experiences.—
Yola Robert,
Forbes.com,
25 Apr. 2025
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The Nest Learning Thermostat is a handsome, effective device, one that arguably kickstarted the smart home revolution with its simple usability and gorgeous design.—
David Phelan,
Forbes.com,
26 Apr. 2025
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Cole is the handsome, non-committal Miami playboy who your best friend warns you about.—
Michelle Marchante,
Miami Herald,
23 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Shortly after a fine break, Journalism had gotten forced toward the rail in the classic Derby crush but was deftly piloted clear by jockey Umberto Rispoli.—
Guy Martin,
Forbes.com,
4 May 2025
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While medium-width sneakers and the occasional flat fit fine, wide-width sandals are usually a requirement.—
Shea Simmons,
People.com,
3 May 2025
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What’s most important is to take it all in: the place, its majesty and its importance.—
Caroline Eubanks,
Chicago Tribune,
23 Apr. 2025
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Her majesty, the queen, is here.—
Jack Howland,
Kansas City Star,
21 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Fed from glaciers on Mount Shasta’s majestic slopes, Mossbrae Falls cascades out of lava tubes and down mossy cliffs into the Sacramento River in ethereal curtains of mist, sending rainbows dancing in all directions.—
Jessica Garrison,
Los Angeles Times,
26 Apr. 2025
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Mu Cang Chai's overlapping high and low terraced fields in Yen Bai province, Vietnam, create a majestic yet romantic landscape, breathtakingly beautiful especially during the yellow rice season.—
Cecilia Rodriguez,
Forbes.com,
25 Apr. 2025
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“Graceful.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/graceful. Accessed 8 May. 2025.
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