as in effortlessly
without difficulty
we proceeded smoothly to the next stage of the project
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for smoothly
Adverb
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Lace is easily one of the smartest spring fabrics, as the open patchwork helps circulate airflow.—
Nicol Natale,
People.com,
20 Apr. 2025 -
Ortega said balances grew during the pandemic as workers — and the rest of America — weren’t able to travel as easily for vacation.—
Melody Gutierrez,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Apr. 2025
Adverb
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The fits are relaxed but flattering, the materials are soft with just enough structure, and the color palette is full of elevated neutrals that make putting an outfit together easy.—
Gina Vaynshteyn,
StyleCaster,
18 Apr. 2025
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This Reformation skirt comes in a zipper-free design to make getting ready so easy.—
Nicol Natale,
People.com,
14 Apr. 2025
Adverb
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Their idea is to link cities that are too far for existing daytime trains to serve efficiently.—
Evie Carrick,
Travel + Leisure,
18 Apr. 2025
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The Swiffer Sweep + Mop Deluxe cleaned up both the ketchup and peanut butter quickly and efficiently.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
18 Apr. 2025
Adverb
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While few modern yogis would claim that meditating on your throat chakra will impart supernatural abilities, being able to freely express yourself has clearly long been a priority for human health.—
Tony Sanchez,
Time,
25 Apr. 2025
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But this victory for liberty in College Park would not have been possible without Greek students who stood up for their classmates’ rights to freely associate.—
Wynn Smiley,
Baltimore Sun,
24 Apr. 2025
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“Smoothly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/smoothly. Accessed 1 May. 2025.
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