deftly
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How was this country legend able to walk the line so deftly?
From Salon ● Aug. 27, 2026
The Meta chief has deftly translated AI into better ad sales, but needs to go much further with the technology to justify huge spending on it.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 21, 2026
Lionel Messi had two assists, deftly helping Argentina’s attack pick apart England’s defense during a 2-1 World Cup semifinal win in Atlanta on Wednesday.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 17, 2026
Clad in pink and purple and wielding a pink power drill, Liu Xingyun, founder of Shero, deftly took an air conditioner to bits when AFP accompanied her on a recent home visit.
From Barron's ● Jul. 8, 2026
Though her words were harsh, her stitches were deftly done.
From "Homeless Bird" by Gloria Whelan
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