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as in rather
by choice or preference
she would readily give up piano lessons for a season ticket at her local ski area
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as in easily
without difficulty
always gives directions that are readily understood
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Recent Examples of readily
If he had been forced to stick with readily available materials, Rashid complains, the deck behind the house would have been green or brown.
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Dean Kaufman,
Curbed,
30 June 2026
The meticulous production cycle for Birkin bags, however, has contributed to their scarcity, and some critics have complained that the purses have been more readily available to existing, ultra-wealthy customers of the brand.
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Encyclopedia Britannica,
30 June 2026
Vintage rugs are readily available through online marketplaces, Etsy, or local furniture stores, and bridge the gap, creating an option that a customer can see in person prior to purchasing.
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Michelle Mastro,
The Spruce,
29 June 2026
Of course, these things are unevenly distributed, and the consequences of that are readily apparent.
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Dhruv Khullar,
New Yorker,
29 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for readily
Dean Kaufman,
Curbed,
30 June 2026
The meticulous production cycle for Birkin bags, however, has contributed to their scarcity, and some critics have complained that the purses have been more readily available to existing, ultra-wealthy customers of the brand.
—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
30 June 2026
Vintage rugs are readily available through online marketplaces, Etsy, or local furniture stores, and bridge the gap, creating an option that a customer can see in person prior to purchasing.
—
Michelle Mastro,
The Spruce,
29 June 2026
Of course, these things are unevenly distributed, and the consequences of that are readily apparent.
—
Dhruv Khullar,
New Yorker,
29 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for readily
Recent Examples of Synonyms for readily
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America's Block Party is not a singular event but rather an umbrella for local events throughout the United States.
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Its light is rather that of a glowing molten metal than that of a burning furnace.
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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.
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Then, the Clippers willingly expended their draft capital in hopes to open a championship window.
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According to the court, the user is not willingly sharing their location data to Google just by using its services, making for a similar situation as location information shared to, say, telecommunications companies.
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Postwar fashion swung hard towards simplicity, and Chanel’s minimalism scaled effortlessly into that mood.
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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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Move the person into a shaded, cool area, remove their outer clothing and work to cool them down as quickly as possible, preferably with cold water or an ice bath.
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If the Pacers could add a wing shot creator – preferably a scorer – who can play small forward, that would be a boon for the second unit.
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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.
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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!
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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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“Readily.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/readily. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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