1
as in well
in a pleasing way
he's a nicely helpful child
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2
as in fine
in a satisfactory way
I'm doing nicely, and thanks for asking
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3
as in kindly
with good reason or courtesy
excuse yourself nicely and you should be fine
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Recent Examples of nicely
The alternately suspenseful and silly scene nicely sets up the tone for this new season, which is infused with references to classic Westerns as much as screwball comedies.
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David Canfield, HollywoodReporter, 1 June 2026
Each medicine is individually packaged, and the whole kit is small enough to fit nicely in your purse or backpack.
—Chantelle Kincy, Travel + Leisure, 30 May 2026
Instead of overpowering the dish, the mustard gave it a savory flavor that balanced nicely with the creamy texture of the potatoes.
—Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 29 May 2026
But at his best, Bukayo Saka is just as effective, and a left-footer balances the attack out nicely.
—Sarah Shephard, New York Times, 29 May 2026
January 20 – February 18 A thoughtful rhythm steadies your day nicely.
—Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 28 May 2026
This is also noteworthy, as Dai himself is part dragon, and that ties in nicely with this new theory about Dragon Quest XII’s protagonist.
—Ollie Barder, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026
The creamy pastels play nicely off one another, and lemon and strawberry decals inject an additional hit of sweetness.
—Emily Kelleher, InStyle, 28 May 2026
The ingredients are always well thought out and pair nicely, while making the pizza special.
—Pamela McLoughlin, Hartford Courant, 27 May 2026
David Canfield, HollywoodReporter, 1 June 2026
Each medicine is individually packaged, and the whole kit is small enough to fit nicely in your purse or backpack.
—Chantelle Kincy, Travel + Leisure, 30 May 2026
Instead of overpowering the dish, the mustard gave it a savory flavor that balanced nicely with the creamy texture of the potatoes.
—Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 29 May 2026
But at his best, Bukayo Saka is just as effective, and a left-footer balances the attack out nicely.
—Sarah Shephard, New York Times, 29 May 2026
January 20 – February 18 A thoughtful rhythm steadies your day nicely.
—Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 28 May 2026
This is also noteworthy, as Dai himself is part dragon, and that ties in nicely with this new theory about Dragon Quest XII’s protagonist.
—Ollie Barder, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026
The creamy pastels play nicely off one another, and lemon and strawberry decals inject an additional hit of sweetness.
—Emily Kelleher, InStyle, 28 May 2026
The ingredients are always well thought out and pair nicely, while making the pizza special.
—Pamela McLoughlin, Hartford Courant, 27 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nicely
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The significance of beef here extends well beyond economics and cuisines, but historians often describe Texas’ barbecue culture as a reflection of the state’s layered immigration history – traditions brought by communities that shaped Texas over generations.—
Rebecca Morin,
USA Today,
29 May 2026
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Cans block harmful light better than bottles, whose long necks can allow light and oxygen that speed up aging.—
Kait Hanson,
Southern Living,
29 May 2026
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The Associated Press has solicited donations from its readers while the Chicago Sun-Times became a non-profit in 2022 under the Chicago Public Media umbrella and appears to be doing fine.—
Charles Selle,
Chicago Tribune,
27 May 2026
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This eatery offers everything from seafood handhelds and shareables to fine-dining land/sea entrees and pastas.—
Rod Stafford Hagwood,
Sun Sentinel,
26 May 2026
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The baseball gods smile kindly upon Suplizio Field every Memorial Day Weekend.—
James Burky,
Denver Post,
29 May 2026
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Express yourself through a small performance in a familiar place, because being seen kindly strengthens confidence and renews your playful focus today.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
29 May 2026
Adverb
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Well, Lila's off doing great now.—
Dana Feldman,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2026
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These same resentments likely erupted in the murder of Clapham and in the solidarity a great many local people felt with the Panis woman.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
26 May 2026
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Delivering good-paying jobs by ensuring these centers leverage local trades and pay prevailing wages.—
Ryan Hughes,
CBS News,
27 May 2026
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Finding a pair that's both comfortable and good-looking is the real challenge, but hundreds of shoppers have found their unicorn in Quince's Italian Leather Platform Sandal.—
Tanya Sharma,
PEOPLE,
23 May 2026
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O’Farrell speculates, reasonably, that Hamnet may have been a victim of bubonic plague, and her book centers on the family’s grief in the aftermath of his death.—
Katy Waldman,
New Yorker,
1 June 2026
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Two people can absolutely grow, negotiate and evolve together, so long as their core goals remain reasonably compatible.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2026
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The Events Hall at Ian’s chapel once was part of the underground railroad system and belonged to an Amish community in Ohio; the history runs deliciously deep and diverse here.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
27 May 2026
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Before kick-off, the situation was deliciously complex, with a huge amount of movement possible, and different competitions up for grabs.—
Andy Naylor,
New York Times,
24 May 2026
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Went to Monaco on loan in February and has done alright there.—
Tim Spiers,
New York Times,
26 May 2026
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Rushing has spread his good at-bats out alright.—
Bill Plunkett,
Oc Register,
19 Apr. 2026
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“Nicely.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nicely. Accessed 4 Jun. 2026.
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