nimbly

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nimbly
Adverb
  • Nolan Arenado followed Contreras to the plate and hit what might have been a double-play grounder had Jake Cronenworth been able to field the ball cleanly behind second base.
    Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 July 2025
  • Signal early, naturally, merge cleanly and don’t tailgate, especially in back of someone towing 7,000 pounds up a grade.
    Josh Max, Forbes.com, 25 July 2025
Adverb
  • Wardrobe staples are aptly named for a reason—their staying power is earned through their versatility.
    Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 15 July 2025
  • Spanning 750 square feet, the aptly named Clueless Suite features a large bedroom, a spacious living area with a full-size couch, and a private balcony.
    Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 10 July 2025
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“Nimbly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nimbly. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.

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