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Definition of deftly adverb from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

deftly

adverb
 
/ˈdeftli/
 
/ˈdeftli/
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  1. with movements that are quick and show skill
    • I threw her a towel which she deftly caught.
  2. in a way that shows skill
    • They deftly avoided answering my questions.
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