
Nimbly
Physical Agility
Use 'nimbly' to describe quick, graceful physical movements, as in sports or dance.
She moved nimbly across the dance floor, avoiding other dancers with ease.
Not Literally
'Nimbly' can describe actions that aren't physical but are done efficiently, almost with an ease of thought.
He navigated the legal documents nimbly, finding the needed clause quickly.
Metaphorical Use
'Nimbly' often appears in metaphors, comparing non-physical actions to agile movements.
The politician handled the scandal nimbly, sidestepping every accusation.
Compare with
BrisklyEnergeticallyGracefulLightQuickSwift
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