cleverly

adverb

Definition of cleverlynext
as in neatly

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Recent Examples of cleverly Within a mind-spinning eight months, Zori Timeless Hotel was born, cleverly converted from the old pension into four luxurious residences within the confines of strict planning regulations that forced them to use the existing space. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Aug. 2026 Speaking with Rolling Stone in 1984, Beard credited Ham for cleverly booking ZZ Top support gigs on tours with headliners that weren’t likely to leave an impression. — Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 18 Aug. 2026 The first unit incorporates several modern innovations that are cleverly incorporated so as not to detract from her classic character. — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 10 Aug. 2026 Randau cleverly uses different visuals to show Kersten and his wife’s description of the same incident. — Alissa Simon, Variety, 7 Aug. 2026 Sculptures whimsically assembled from chairs, lamps, and a filing cabinet pulled from Cultural Center storage get roped off by floor tape that cleverly extends the artworks themselves, upending standard museum practice while also sticking to it. — Lori Waxman, Chicago Tribune, 5 Aug. 2026 Both Yoon and Hoke also structure their works with staccato-like page breaks—a decision that cleverly evokes spans of creaturely silence. — Rachel Vorona Cote, The Atlantic, 30 July 2026 The initial construction of the mask’s mouth is impressive, with long studs and angled pieces to cleverly but accurately recreate the classic triangle. — Matt Gardner, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026 The look was perfectly tailored to her figure and cleverly referenced Bianca Jagger’s famous bridal look. — Shelby Comroe, InStyle, 25 July 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cleverly
  1. neatly
  2. cleanly
  3. dexterously
  4. aptly
  5. nimbly
Adverb
  • Her hair is straight and left down, tucked behind her ears so the cap frames her face neatly.
    — Pooja Mistry, Forbes.com, 19 Aug. 2026
  • Store firewood neatly, preferably elevated and away from the house, and clear clutter that could shelter rodents.
    — Rachel Silva, Martha Stewart, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of neatly
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  • But Adames could not cleanly field the ball, and one batter later, ex-Giants catcher Patrick Bailey singled to score Ramirez for a 3-0 Cleveland lead.
    — Curtis Pashelka, Mercury News, 20 Aug. 2026
  • Katsis struggled to catch the ball cleanly earlier in camp but has come on strong.
    — Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of cleanly
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  • Yet Göring dominates the movie thanks to Russell Crowe’s performance, somehow both indulgently big and dexterously subtle.
    — Matt Zoller Seitz, Vulture, 11 Dec. 2025
Definition of dexterously
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  • The visual perspective that Ford brings to dialogue is aptly responsive, impulsive, imaginative.
    — Richard Brody, New Yorker, 19 Aug. 2026
  • The company’s aptly named Bespoke department has been busy since the original Spectre landed.
    — Alistair Charlton, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of aptly
Adverb
  • Over the years, however, the actress has proven herself remarkably versatile, pivoting nimbly from frothy rom-coms and broad comedies to searing dramas, psychological thrillers, and big-budget spectacles.
    — Chris Bellamy, Entertainment Weekly, 14 Aug. 2026
  • Kids climbed nimbly onto traffic signs.
    — Vinson Cunningham, New Yorker, 18 June 2026
Definition of nimbly

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