as in graceful
moving easily
the expressive movements of agile dancers agile herons wading in the marsh
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Recent Examples of agile
In addition to National Geographic Islander II, Gemini is now the second mid-sized agile ship in Lindblad’s fleet operating in the remote Galápagos archipelago, in addition to the line's new 16-passenger luxury catamaran, National Geographic Delphina.
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
With the right story hook, gameplay overhaul, and look, a team of anthropomorphic animals taking on galactic evildoers with agile spaceships in a fun and colorful sci-fi setting feels like an easy win — especially for a company like Nintendo.
—Fran Ruiz, Space.com, 22 Apr. 2026
About North American River Otters For anyone less familiar with the species, North American river otters are agile, intelligent animals well adapted to aquatic life.
—Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 22 Apr. 2026
Curry, still working his way back from the runner’s knee that cost him 27 games, struggled to find his shot early in the game, shooting just 2 of 9 while being harassed by the agile Derrick Jones Jr.
—Joseph Dycus, Mercury News, 16 Apr. 2026
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
With the right story hook, gameplay overhaul, and look, a team of anthropomorphic animals taking on galactic evildoers with agile spaceships in a fun and colorful sci-fi setting feels like an easy win — especially for a company like Nintendo.
—Fran Ruiz, Space.com, 22 Apr. 2026
About North American River Otters For anyone less familiar with the species, North American river otters are agile, intelligent animals well adapted to aquatic life.
—Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 22 Apr. 2026
Curry, still working his way back from the runner’s knee that cost him 27 games, struggled to find his shot early in the game, shooting just 2 of 9 while being harassed by the agile Derrick Jones Jr.
—Joseph Dycus, Mercury News, 16 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for agile
graceful
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Old stone walls and graceful arches frame olive and citrus groves and gum trees, while antique pieces gathered from European markets dot the corners.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu wants the Islamic Republic’s disintegration, whereas Trump, possibly satisfied with tactical success in Iran, may desire any graceful exit.—
Alexander Langlois,
Oc Register,
22 Apr. 2026
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“Agile.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/agile. Accessed 8 May. 2026.
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