as in graceful
moving easily
featly swans gliding silently across the still waters of the lake
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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 -
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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The lissome little murder mystery retails for $15 and totals 100 pages.—
Hannah Natanson,
Anchorage Daily News,
27 Dec. 2022
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Jack collected lissome locks of women’s pubic hair.—
Claire Messud,
Harper's Magazine,
25 May 2021
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“Featly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/featly. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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