nimbly

Example Sentences

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Mrs. Clarke was not a small woman, nor a young one, but she scurried down the ladder as nimbly as a squirrel.

From Literature

The children each nimbly seized a burning candle from one of the lit candelabras and used it to light all the rest, revealing two entirely unexpected sights.

From Literature

The children were much better climbers than she was and leaped over nimbly.

From Literature

This popemobile is a gas, a great ride that veers nimbly between smart and silly.

From Los Angeles Times

The current rules and biological opinions provide additional flexibility that allows operators of the pumping facilities to the Delta to “respond more nimbly to real-time conditions,” Nemeth said.

From Los Angeles Times