cleverly
- a word derived from clever.
Example Sentences
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As the action ramps up, De Palma cleverly incorporates every narrative element of the great Hollywood film.
From Salon ● Jul. 4, 2026
The 62-year-old later awarded the crowd's patience by delivering a full run of the club anthem, but it was of course mixed to a host of cleverly intertwined samples.
From BBC ● May 22, 2026
She took most of the strike with Bell and cleverly picked gaps for twos.
From BBC ● May 10, 2026
Citigroup analysts led by Andrew Gardiner, in a note cleverly titled, “Deja EUV all over again,” said Zhang has spoken cautiously about adoption of the product in previous years as well.
From MarketWatch ● Apr. 23, 2026
“Many more hosts march in the valley with sharp spears—oh, many more. Gurgi watches so quietly and cleverly, he does not ask them for help. No, they would only give harmful hurtings.”
From "The Book of Three" by Lloyd Alexander
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