as in effortlessly
without difficulty
we proceeded smoothly to the next stage of the project
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Recent Examples of smoothly
August 23 – September 22 Something at home needs attention before everything else works smoothly today.
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Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 4 May 2026
Virgo August 23 – September 22 Something at home needs attention before everything else works smoothly today.
—Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 4 May 2026
August 23 – September 22 Something at home needs adjusting before everything else works smoothly today.
—Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 3 May 2026
But the argument has not gone smoothly.
—Angie Leventis Lourgos, Chicago Tribune, 3 May 2026
The day of the procedure went smoothly, with both siblings undergoing minimally invasive surgery simultaneously.
—Sam Gillette, PEOPLE, 2 May 2026
In the demo, the robot transitions smoothly between these modes.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 1 May 2026
While Saks Global has been moving relatively smoothly through bankruptcy court and is preparing to finish the process this summer, that doesn’t mean the lawyers will take a break.
—Evan Clark, Footwear News, 1 May 2026
While these situations are out of your control, there are a few things that are, in fact, within your power to ensure your travel day goes as smoothly as possible.
—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 1 May 2026
Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 4 May 2026
Virgo August 23 – September 22 Something at home needs attention before everything else works smoothly today.
—Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 4 May 2026
August 23 – September 22 Something at home needs adjusting before everything else works smoothly today.
—Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 3 May 2026
But the argument has not gone smoothly.
—Angie Leventis Lourgos, Chicago Tribune, 3 May 2026
The day of the procedure went smoothly, with both siblings undergoing minimally invasive surgery simultaneously.
—Sam Gillette, PEOPLE, 2 May 2026
In the demo, the robot transitions smoothly between these modes.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 1 May 2026
While Saks Global has been moving relatively smoothly through bankruptcy court and is preparing to finish the process this summer, that doesn’t mean the lawyers will take a break.
—Evan Clark, Footwear News, 1 May 2026
While these situations are out of your control, there are a few things that are, in fact, within your power to ensure your travel day goes as smoothly as possible.
—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 1 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for smoothly
Adverb
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Below are her 14 must-pack picks—plus budget-friendly alternatives that don’t break the bank but still capture Mom’s effortlessly elegant vibe.—
Amanda Eyre Ward,
Travel + Leisure,
2 May 2026
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Figuring out technology for my dad at a young age well equipped me to surf the internet effortlessly.—
Ohanna Carrascoza,
CNBC,
1 May 2026
Adverb
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All of these Hawaiian roll recipes come together easily and quickly in under an hour, with many taking just 30 minutes.—
Jenna Sims,
Southern Living,
30 Apr. 2026
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Grill the thighs, uncovered, until they are charred and browned on both sides, easily released from the grates, and are cooked through (until the center reads at least 165°F on a probe thermometer), 4 to 6 minutes per side.—
Sheldon Simeon,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
30 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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Save for the small staff cars, the entire interior of the citadel is pedestrianized, and the hotel itself sits on a wide plaza, so parents can breathe easy if older kids step out on their own.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
28 Apr. 2026
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At Sylvan Brewing, come for beers that are comfy (easy-sipping and lower-ABV, like Lanesbrew), crafty (more robust, like the Gnarly or Fiddlehead), or crazy (outside the norm, like the Sylvan Amaretto Stour).—
Robin Pfeifer,
Midwest Living,
23 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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Newspapers in the era before the internet and Wikipedia served as clearinghouses for information, efficiently sharing expertise with the general population.—
Lawrence Glickman,
The Atlantic,
28 Apr. 2026
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This allows staff to assist customers more efficiently without ever having to leave their side, resulting in a more seamless and personalized shopping experience.—
Arthur Zaczkiewicz,
Footwear News,
28 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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LoRusso also recommends pots for herbs that love to spread, like mint and spearmint, which if allowed to grow freely will extend throughout (and beyond) your garden bed.—
Jenny Hughes,
The Spruce,
2 May 2026
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Guests can move freely between experiences, allowing the day to unfold organically — never rushed, never fixed.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
1 May 2026
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“Smoothly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/smoothly. Accessed 4 May. 2026.
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