ably
adverb
: in an able and skillful manner : with ability, skill, or proficiency
was ably assisted
This silly comic Christmas romp is ably performed by a cast of 22 actors, led by the high-spirited Danny McBride as the childlike Buddy.—
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ably maneuvered the boat up to the dock
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Loosely based on Shirley Jackson’s gothic horror novel of the same name, this creepy tale is skillfully directed by Mike Flanagan (Doctor Sleep), ably assisted by a strong cast that includes Carla Gugino, Timothy Hutton, and Victoria Pedretti.
—Simon Hill, WIRED, 31 Oct. 2024
Jeremy Allen White is spectacular in the lead role, but he’s ably supported by great turns from Ayo Edibiri and Ebon Moss-Bacharach.
—Brian Tallerico, Vulture, 18 Sep. 2024
Chow’s book very interestingly and ably adds to the many books already out about the rush into crypto, and the many ahead.
—John Tamny, Forbes, 17 Oct. 2024
In the first act, Hendrickson dons the houndstooth cap of Holmes, while Davis embodies his sidekick, Dr. Watson, the two ably evoking the combination of affection and exasperation that can be found in long-term friendships.
—Rob Hubbard, Twin Cities, 13 Oct. 2024
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Simon Hill, WIRED, 31 Oct. 2024
Jeremy Allen White is spectacular in the lead role, but he’s ably supported by great turns from Ayo Edibiri and Ebon Moss-Bacharach.
—Brian Tallerico, Vulture, 18 Sep. 2024
Chow’s book very interestingly and ably adds to the many books already out about the rush into crypto, and the many ahead.
—John Tamny, Forbes, 17 Oct. 2024
In the first act, Hendrickson dons the houndstooth cap of Holmes, while Davis embodies his sidekick, Dr. Watson, the two ably evoking the combination of affection and exasperation that can be found in long-term friendships.
—Rob Hubbard, Twin Cities, 13 Oct. 2024
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“Ably.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ably. Accessed 18 Nov. 2024.
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