as in easily
without difficulty
most TV sitcoms give the impression that family problems can be solved facilely and in less than 30 minutes
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Adverb
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Marlowe is intent on criminal justice, and on how easily it is rusted and bent, but social justice, by and large, leaves him unperturbed.—
Anthony Lane,
The New Yorker,
3 Mar. 2025 -
Made from a gorgeous faux-leather material and available in 17 vibrant colors, this passport protector will easily slot into any pocket of your purse while preserving the exterior of your ID.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
3 Mar. 2025
Adverb
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The platform is made so a user can find its way around and accomplish things very easy.—
StockStory Team,
CNBC,
22 Feb. 2025
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The crevice tool makes precise cleaning easy with its narrow head that’s ideal for baseboards, between cushions, and in the tight spaces of your car.—
Shea Simmons,
People.com,
15 Feb. 2025
Adverb
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Ensure that fire suppression equipment is readily available.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
4 Mar. 2025
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Ensure fire suppression equipment is readily available.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
4 Mar. 2025
Adverb
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To keep them tidy, incorporate a metal mug tree for efficiently stowing coffee cups.—
Ali Faccenda,
People.com,
2 Mar. 2025
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These professionals have served as the bridge between senior leadership and frontline employees, ensuring that corporate strategies are executed efficiently.—
Cheryl Robinson,
Forbes,
2 Mar. 2025
Adverb
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The camera gets close to the players and intersects freely with the action in ways that would be impossible for a broadcast or a spectator.—
Richard Brody,
The New Yorker,
7 Mar. 2025
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Politics & History The Power of the Veil for Spanish Women In sixteenth-century Spain, veiling allowed women to move freely through cities while keeping their identities private.—
JSTOR Daily,
JSTOR Daily,
6 Mar. 2025
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“Facilely.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/facilely. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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