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deftly

[deft-lee] / ˈdɛft li /




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Nguyen deftly crafts a poignant and contemplative snapshot of these seven bonded men who are caught between several masters in the creation of “Arirang.”

From Salon • Mar. 27, 2026

It’s unlikely that “Born to Bowl” will do for bowling’s ratings what “Formula 1: Drive to Survive” did for F1, but this five-part A24 series is deftly entertaining.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 24, 2026

Bryan Mbeumo swung in a teasing cross and Sesko deftly guided his finish past West Ham keeper Mads Hermansen from 10 yards.

From Barron's • Feb. 10, 2026

Ms. Goodman’s mature and deftly written book suggests that, in family as in art, there is no such thing as uncomplicated happiness.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 5, 2026

Some dropped to the deck coming over the transom, others he deftly maneuvered free.

From "Snow Falling on Cedars: A Novel" by David Guterson