as in graceful
moving easily
the expressive movements of agile dancers agile herons wading in the marsh
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Arthur Zaczkiewicz, WWD, 2 Dec. 2024
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Arthur Zaczkiewicz, WWD, 2 Dec. 2024
Colbert was game the whole way, an agile scene partner.
—Bethy Squires, Vulture, 22 Nov. 2024
Given the rapid pace of technology advancement, a more agile regulatory framework is essential to prevent bottlenecks in the acquisition process.
—Vincent Danen, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024
Advertisement On Saturday, Acevedo, a spry and agile senior, moved quickly to inspect the orchard.
—Cindy Carcamo, Los Angeles Times, 20 Nov. 2024
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“Agile.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/agile. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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