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nimbly

[nim-blee] / ˈnɪm bli /
ADVERB
swiftly
Synonyms
STRONGEST
STRONG
WEAK


Example Sentences

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David was a political chameleon who nimbly navigated a volatile epoch while remaining an artist of the highest professionalism.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 29, 2025

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 • Jan. 23, 2025

The agency is in dire need of upgraded data analysis systems, Lurie says, which would help it more nimbly manage the brush fire of a contagious disease before it gets out of control.

From Science Magazine • Nov. 26, 2024

He believes that Vance has the edge because "he comes off as fluent on policy, and he can nimbly respond to attack."

From Salon • Sep. 30, 2024

Stuart scrambled nimbly up to the top of the stack of books and jumped for the button on the bell.

From "Stuart Little" by E.B. White