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
Optimizing that tuning, called model calibration, is a process that machine learning can fit into nicely.
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ArsTechnica, 8 June 2026
The garden actually is a place for children, and this art plays nicely to a younger audience.
—Ray Mark Rinaldi, Denver Post, 7 June 2026
Now let’s look at their portfolios, because these are two different tech CEFs that complement each other nicely.
—Michael Foster, Forbes.com, 6 June 2026
Its sleeveless design and cotton fabric will keep you cool on hot days, while its relaxed fit drapes nicely without feeling too tight.
—Isabel Garcia, PEOPLE, 6 June 2026
As long as action takes place at the Captain’s mansion, nicely illuminated, things are fine.
—Christopher Smith, Oc Register, 4 June 2026
And the thing was that the curd was baked nicely.
—Emily Elias, Bon Appetit Magazine, 3 June 2026
And while daytime temperatures often warm up nicely, mornings and evenings can be brisk, so be sure to bring layers.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 3 June 2026
After throwing nine consecutive balls to start his outing, Paredes recovered nicely and pitched 3 2/3 innings, providing the rest of the bullpen with a day off.
—Dan Hayes, New York Times, 2 June 2026
ArsTechnica, 8 June 2026
The garden actually is a place for children, and this art plays nicely to a younger audience.
—Ray Mark Rinaldi, Denver Post, 7 June 2026
Now let’s look at their portfolios, because these are two different tech CEFs that complement each other nicely.
—Michael Foster, Forbes.com, 6 June 2026
Its sleeveless design and cotton fabric will keep you cool on hot days, while its relaxed fit drapes nicely without feeling too tight.
—Isabel Garcia, PEOPLE, 6 June 2026
As long as action takes place at the Captain’s mansion, nicely illuminated, things are fine.
—Christopher Smith, Oc Register, 4 June 2026
And the thing was that the curd was baked nicely.
—Emily Elias, Bon Appetit Magazine, 3 June 2026
And while daytime temperatures often warm up nicely, mornings and evenings can be brisk, so be sure to bring layers.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 3 June 2026
After throwing nine consecutive balls to start his outing, Paredes recovered nicely and pitched 3 2/3 innings, providing the rest of the bullpen with a day off.
—Dan Hayes, New York Times, 2 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nicely
Adverb
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According to sources, Thomas was asked to appear as well but ultimately decided not to participate.—
Joe Otterson,
Variety,
12 June 2026
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However, the unselfish captain has led MLS in assists so far, which may still bode well for South Korea.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
12 June 2026
Adverb
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Some long-time users lamented being forced to new software when the current software worked fine, if not better, than the new app.—
Scharon Harding,
ArsTechnica,
11 June 2026
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After a day like last Friday, the traders who slept fine that night were the ones who had protection already in place, not the ones scrambling to buy puts at 3x normal premium after the move had already started.—
Nishant Pant,
CNBC,
9 June 2026
Adverb
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Name needs kindly, and let accountability rebuild steady trust gradually.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
12 June 2026
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Set the pace kindly, and let comfort guide choices today.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
11 June 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
Adverb
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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
Adverb
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The technicals are aligned, the macro headwinds are real, the options are reasonably priced, and the risk-reward is clearly defined.—
Michael Khouw,
CNBC,
5 June 2026
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This one was reasonably good, while leaving room for future matchups between these two teams to top it.—
Sean McIndoe,
New York Times,
5 June 2026
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Today, as conversations around climate change, biodiversity, and food sustainability grow increasingly urgent, Providence stands as proof that culinary excellence and environmental responsibility can coexist beautifully and deliciously.—
Roger Sands,
Forbes.com,
6 June 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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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 14 Jun. 2026.
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