as in masterfully
in a skillful or expert manner
ably maneuvered the boat up to the dock
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Jeremy Allen White is spectacular in the lead role, but he’s ably supported by great turns from Ayo Edibiri and Ebon Moss-Bacharach.
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Brian Tallerico, Vulture, 18 Sep. 2024
Chow’s book very interestingly and ably adds to the many books already out about the rush into crypto, and the many ahead.
—John Tamny, Forbes, 17 Oct. 2024
In the first act, Hendrickson dons the houndstooth cap of Holmes, while Davis embodies his sidekick, Dr. Watson, the two ably evoking the combination of affection and exasperation that can be found in long-term friendships.
—Rob Hubbard, Twin Cities, 13 Oct. 2024
Thames is an appealing lead, ably supported by his peer actors in more one-dimensional roles.
—Dennis Harvey, Variety, 3 Oct. 2024
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Brian Tallerico, Vulture, 18 Sep. 2024
Chow’s book very interestingly and ably adds to the many books already out about the rush into crypto, and the many ahead.
—John Tamny, Forbes, 17 Oct. 2024
In the first act, Hendrickson dons the houndstooth cap of Holmes, while Davis embodies his sidekick, Dr. Watson, the two ably evoking the combination of affection and exasperation that can be found in long-term friendships.
—Rob Hubbard, Twin Cities, 13 Oct. 2024
Thames is an appealing lead, ably supported by his peer actors in more one-dimensional roles.
—Dennis Harvey, Variety, 3 Oct. 2024
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“Ably.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ably. Accessed 17 Dec. 2024.
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