Adverb
(comparative more deftly, superlative most deftly)
Origin
deft + -ly
deftly
adverb
Deftly is defined as done in a skillful and quick way.
An example of something done deftly is a magic trick.
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Sentence Examples
- He caught the vine deftly and grinned.
- Bill tossed Carmen's supply package to Alex, who deftly caught it.
- He stopped at the last stall and deftly lifted the bucket over the gate, placing it on the floor with ease.
- She wept, not objecting when Han deftly lifted her and carried her back to her room.
- His sleeves were rolled up and his sinewy, hairy, red hands with their short fingers deftly turned the ramrod.
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