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as in intelligent
having or showing quickness of mind
possessing a nimble wit, he always has a cutting comeback for any intended insult thrown his way
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as in graceful
moving easily
her nimble fingers make knitting look so easy
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Recent Examples of nimble
The nimble British sports cars whetted the appetites of racers, and were just the beginning of the import wave that brought British, German, Italian, and French cars to America.
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Robert Ross, Robb Report, 21 Mar. 2025
Even Wilson’s contribution sounded like an old standard with the house band offering nimble support and Stuart accentuating it with gentle licks not heard on the record.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 20 Mar. 2025
The newest iteration of Boston Dynamics’ Atlas humanoid robot is already disconcertingly nimble, with its ability to run, perform backflips, and toss around heavy objects.
—Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 20 Mar. 2025
When creative experts are trusted to lead, the process remains nimble and dynamic, ensuring that breakthrough ideas can flourish.
—Adam Taylor, Forbes, 19 Mar. 2025
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Robert Ross, Robb Report, 21 Mar. 2025
Even Wilson’s contribution sounded like an old standard with the house band offering nimble support and Stuart accentuating it with gentle licks not heard on the record.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 20 Mar. 2025
The newest iteration of Boston Dynamics’ Atlas humanoid robot is already disconcertingly nimble, with its ability to run, perform backflips, and toss around heavy objects.
—Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 20 Mar. 2025
When creative experts are trusted to lead, the process remains nimble and dynamic, ensuring that breakthrough ideas can flourish.
—Adam Taylor, Forbes, 19 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nimble
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Everything about this washer dryer is convenient, including the intelligent dispenser that holds enough detergent and softener for up to 32 loads.—
Christopher Murray,
FOXNews.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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Untangling a relationship with SpaceX Some of the most intelligent questions came from US Sen. Andy Kim, D-New Jersey.—
Eric Berger,
ArsTechnica,
9 Apr. 2025
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Roan often wears her hair down in soft red ringlets letting her bangs fall loose for a naturally graceful, modern look.—
Irene Coltrinari,
Vogue,
1 Apr. 2025
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He’s built like a wrestler, but graceful, too, an experienced kickboxer with a trademark, face-smashing spinning back-kick.—
John DeVore,
Rolling Stone,
31 Mar. 2025
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Adebayo’s early scoring gave the Heat a quick 9-0 lead, and the Grizzlies did not score until 9:35 in the first quarter.—
Adam Lichtenstein,
Sun Sentinel,
4 Apr. 2025
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Here’s a quick roundup of the latest news from leading denim brands.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
4 Apr. 2025
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Be Prepared to Close Quickly This could put you ahead of other, higher bidders who aren’t as agile.—
Berit Thorkelson,
Better Homes & Gardens,
1 Apr. 2025
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Companies that adopt agile marketing strategies and equip teams with tools that support real-time insights report higher engagement and adaptability, with 96% of marketers reporting that an agile approach is key to helping achieve primary marketing goals.—
Daniel Kushner,
Forbes.com,
31 Mar. 2025
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The lingo, the faces, the concerns – all seemed, if not entirely authentic, then at least clever enough to create some backstage buzz.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
10 Apr. 2025
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Just make sure your clever solution doesn’t create additional fire hazards i.e. don’t hide cords under a rug.—
Maddie Topliff,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 Apr. 2025
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The Bulls were already one of the fastest teams before trading Zach LaVine to the Kings.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
4 Apr. 2025
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But the plan can allow for faster loan forgiveness for certain borrowers who initially took out relatively small student loan amounts.—
Adam S. Minsky,
Forbes.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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The style is a challenge: should their comedy be smart and savvy or broad and easy-going?—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
10 Apr. 2025
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Light enough to layer over tights or leggings in colder weather, these pants are a smart choice for sightseeing or hiking in rainy conditions, but they can easily be dressed up with a cute blouse or blazer.—
Gabrielle Porcaro,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Apr. 2025
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After the sharp drop this Thursday/Friday, the S&P 500 was down nearly 12% YTD (as of midday Friday) and 18% off all-time highs due to fears on stagflation and worries over the Trump Administration’s newest tariff policies.—
Randy Watts,
Forbes.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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Even at such a low price, this unit is packed with features and performance, including a wide 180 degree viewing angle, sharp 2K video, smart object detection and more.—
K. Thor Jensen,
PC Magazine,
4 Apr. 2025
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“Nimble.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nimble. Accessed 14 Apr. 2025.
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