as in easily
without difficulty
the pizza worker flung the round of dough into the air and effortlessly caught it
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Recent Examples of effortlessly
Postwar fashion swung hard towards simplicity, and Chanel’s minimalism scaled effortlessly into that mood.
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Dr. Shaheena Janjuha-Jivraj,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2026
And none of those stars are able to carry an awards campaign the way Domingo effortlessly has as a model talk show guest and permanent fixture on Best Dressed lists throughout the year.
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Marcus Jones,
IndieWire,
30 June 2026
In The Other Bennet Sister’s version of Regency England, not one but two suitors end up emerging from a lake in clingy wet shirts, though the heroine is not as effortlessly winsome as the subjects of other Austen adaptations tend to be.
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Jackson McHenry,
Vulture,
30 June 2026
Sleeper took me to a demonstration kitchen, where Neo effortlessly slotted dishes into a wire rack.
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Stephen Witt,
New Yorker,
29 June 2026
Beloved by customers for their buttery-soft, ultra-smooth feel and weightless comfort, they’re designed to move effortlessly with you from one itinerary to the next.
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Julia Morlino,
Travel + Leisure,
28 June 2026
Timeless paisleys, classic florals, modern geometric, and more quilt styles will effortlessly upgrade your bedspread without stretching your budget.
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Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
27 June 2026
From low-profile picks to sneakerinas, there's something about their slimmer silhouette that pairs effortlessly with gym shorts.
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Amanda Le,
InStyle,
27 June 2026
Summer calls for long, breezy dresses that’ll keep you cool and effortlessly stylish, and this one delivers.
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Aashna Gheewalla,
PEOPLE,
27 June 2026
Dr. Shaheena Janjuha-Jivraj,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2026
And none of those stars are able to carry an awards campaign the way Domingo effortlessly has as a model talk show guest and permanent fixture on Best Dressed lists throughout the year.
—
Marcus Jones,
IndieWire,
30 June 2026
In The Other Bennet Sister’s version of Regency England, not one but two suitors end up emerging from a lake in clingy wet shirts, though the heroine is not as effortlessly winsome as the subjects of other Austen adaptations tend to be.
—
Jackson McHenry,
Vulture,
30 June 2026
Sleeper took me to a demonstration kitchen, where Neo effortlessly slotted dishes into a wire rack.
—
Stephen Witt,
New Yorker,
29 June 2026
Beloved by customers for their buttery-soft, ultra-smooth feel and weightless comfort, they’re designed to move effortlessly with you from one itinerary to the next.
—
Julia Morlino,
Travel + Leisure,
28 June 2026
Timeless paisleys, classic florals, modern geometric, and more quilt styles will effortlessly upgrade your bedspread without stretching your budget.
—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
27 June 2026
From low-profile picks to sneakerinas, there's something about their slimmer silhouette that pairs effortlessly with gym shorts.
—
Amanda Le,
InStyle,
27 June 2026
Summer calls for long, breezy dresses that’ll keep you cool and effortlessly stylish, and this one delivers.
—
Aashna Gheewalla,
PEOPLE,
27 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for effortlessly
Adverb
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People of all ages and ethnicities waited in a line that was easily an hour long.
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The ribs should bend easily and the meat should begin pulling back from the bones.
Adverb
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Atlanta companies and commuters have adapted to the inevitable traffic and congestion of the World Cup, finding ways to keep business flowing smoothly while allowing their employees to experience a unique opportunity.
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However, the rush to launch sites that look as slick as iPhone ads has not always gone smoothly.
Adverb
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Kaum, on the second floor of the beach club, is a top spot for traditional Indonesian recipes, while easy-going Ijen specializes in fresh oysters, prawn skewers and other beachy bites from lunch to well after dinner.
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Very delicate and moist, not to mention easy!
Adverb
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These upgrades are intended to improve the robot’s ability to manipulate tools, handle materials, and work efficiently in factory environments.
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Many beaches, parks, and attractions are spread out, and public transit doesn’t reach all of them efficiently.
Adverb
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The official also said vessels can move freely in the strait.
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So for me, screenings where filmmakers can be present, see their films, show them to the audience, and speak freely about them are a truly special experience.
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“Effortlessly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/effortlessly. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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