as in flexibility
ease and grace in physical activity
a gymnast whose agility on the parallel bars has won him several medals
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Recent Examples of agility
There’s something magical about watching these extraordinarily tall individuals move with unexpected grace and agility across the hardwood.
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Joanne Berger-Sweeney, Hartford Courant, 13 Mar. 2025
In addition to lifestyle adjustments, specific brain exercises may boost mental agility and improve focus and memory.
—Dominique Fluker, Essence, 10 Mar. 2025
And as well as the famous dog-showing competition, there are opportunities for dogs to showcase their agility and obedience skills.
—Issy Ronald, CNN, 10 Mar. 2025
If a move needs to occur at some point in the future, the business agility in comparison to a decade ago’s agility is far less complex and time-intensive.
—Paige Francis, Forbes, 8 Mar. 2025
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Joanne Berger-Sweeney, Hartford Courant, 13 Mar. 2025
In addition to lifestyle adjustments, specific brain exercises may boost mental agility and improve focus and memory.
—Dominique Fluker, Essence, 10 Mar. 2025
And as well as the famous dog-showing competition, there are opportunities for dogs to showcase their agility and obedience skills.
—Issy Ronald, CNN, 10 Mar. 2025
If a move needs to occur at some point in the future, the business agility in comparison to a decade ago’s agility is far less complex and time-intensive.
—Paige Francis, Forbes, 8 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for agility
Noun
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The rapper has influenced many artists with his melodic flow, lyrical dexterity, intelligent wordplay and vivid storytelling including Eminem, 50 Cent, Jay-Z, Lil’ Wayne and Alicia Keys.—
Skyler Trepel,
People.com,
9 Mar. 2025
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Their dexterity in formal skills is matched by their conceptual prowess.—
Shantay Robinson,
ARTnews.com,
28 Feb. 2025
Noun
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The elephant’s peek-a-boo prowess wasn’t entirely surprising, given that Gabon has a lot of jungle to vanish into.—
Chris Schalkx,
Travel + Leisure,
16 Mar. 2025
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Of course, this toy’s prowess doesn’t start and stop with its internal capabilities.—
Gabrielle Kassel,
Glamour,
14 Mar. 2025
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Why Duplication Persists Duplication in federal operations arises from several factors: • Operational Complexity: Federal agencies manage sprawling programs with diverse stakeholders, complicating coordination.—
Eric Steele,
Forbes,
10 Mar. 2025
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Trump tried to use it during his first term but failed because of a lack of coordination with Congress.—
The Editors,
National Review,
10 Mar. 2025
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“Agility.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/agility. Accessed 24 Mar. 2025.
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