1
as in rather
by choice or preference
she would readily give up piano lessons for a season ticket at her local ski area
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2
as in easily
without difficulty
always gives directions that are readily understood
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Recent Examples of readily
Smaller teams can now adopt these methods early in development since tools and documentation are more readily available.
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Wyles Daniel, USA Today, 14 Apr. 2026
Repairing cool-season turf is also relatively easy because grass seed is cheap and readily available.
—Markis Hill, Kansas City Star, 11 Apr. 2026
As such, lawns will require more frequent mowing when water and sunlight are readily available.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 10 Apr. 2026
Companies such as Avis Costa Rica and Enterprise are readily available, and reservations can be made in advance online.
—Kristin Braswell, Travel + Leisure, 10 Apr. 2026
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Wyles Daniel, USA Today, 14 Apr. 2026
Repairing cool-season turf is also relatively easy because grass seed is cheap and readily available.
—Markis Hill, Kansas City Star, 11 Apr. 2026
As such, lawns will require more frequent mowing when water and sunlight are readily available.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 10 Apr. 2026
Companies such as Avis Costa Rica and Enterprise are readily available, and reservations can be made in advance online.
—Kristin Braswell, Travel + Leisure, 10 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for readily
Adverb
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This is the season to embrace perfumes that don’t overwhelm but rather float on the skin, enhancing your natural allure with every warm breeze.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
16 Apr. 2026
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In the piece, the Vicar of Christ is felled not by his oppressors but rather by a random cosmic event.—
Brian Boucher,
ARTnews.com,
16 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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Werner said the parking lot is known to have coyotes at night, which could have easily harmed such a small dog.—
Sydney Barragan,
Oc Register,
16 Apr. 2026
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The musical’s score by Ingrid Michaelson isn’t traditionally melodic, with big leaps from note to note that can easily strain a singer’s voice.—
Pam Kragen,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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After every resident is moved — willingly or forcibly — police and city staff will patrol the site to prevent people from returning.—
Grant Stringer,
Mercury News,
16 Apr. 2026
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The car was in the lot, and office manager Jessica Smith said Gregg signed the paperwork willingly.—
Liz Crawford,
CBS News,
14 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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Protective bumpers on the front and back help guard against scratches and dents, while four smooth-rolling wheels keep things moving effortlessly through crowded terminals.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
11 Apr. 2026
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They’re made from a cotton-blend fabric that keeps you cool on steamy spring and summer commutes, and have a five-pocket design that effortlessly combines polish with function.—
Averi Baudler,
PEOPLE,
11 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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While conversing with fans on X, he was asked for a good story following the Super Bowl LIV win, preferably about coach Andy Reid.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
14 Apr. 2026
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If the roadside is your only option, pull off as far as possible, preferably past the end of a guard rail, and wait until the storm passes.—
Southern California Weather Report,
Daily News,
13 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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The bias cut drapes smoothly, and the mocha dot print (my favorite option) adds a subtle statement without feeling too loud.—
Paris Wilson,
Travel + Leisure,
19 Apr. 2026
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Addressing these early helps prevent avoidable friction and keeps daily life running smoothly.—
Mark Travers,
CNBC,
19 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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Garlicky breadcrumbs, salty parm, and sweet snap peas make eating your greens extra easy.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
13 Apr. 2026
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How to Cook Filet Mignon in the Broiler Learning how to cook filet mignon in the broiler makes serving an extra-special meal unbelievably easy.—
Sheena Chihak,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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The logical, unromantic version of their history is that in the 17th century Chincoteague farmers moved their livestock to neighboring Assateague Island to roam freely and avoid fencing their land, as well as skirting various taxation laws.—
Madeline Weinfield,
Travel + Leisure,
18 Apr. 2026
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Wild antelope prance freely while bison lazily graze in pastures.—
Julia Sayers Gokhale,
Midwest Living,
17 Apr. 2026
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“Readily.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/readily. Accessed 21 Apr. 2026.
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