conveniently
Americanadverb
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in a way that is well-suited or agreeable to the needs or purpose, or is easy to use.
Now you can conveniently charge your wheelchair from your automobile's power socket.
The resources are arranged conveniently by topic, so it is easy to find what you are looking for.
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in an easily accessible place.
The airport is conveniently located less than 35 minutes from downtown by car, shuttle bus, or public transportation.
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in a way that is personally advantageous.
Conveniently for the prime minister, the national bank has agreed to buy the government's debt on a large scale.
The columnist conveniently—but misleadingly—leaves out certain facts.
Other Word Forms
- quasi-conveniently adverb
- ultraconveniently adverb
Etymology
Origin of conveniently
Example Sentences
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“Yes, but still conveniently close to London. Interesting, isn’t it?”
From Literature
The couple are raising their children in Las Vegas, which is conveniently located near both world-class climbing routes and creature comforts.
From Los Angeles Times
“The versatility of the structures lends itself to such a wide range of uses, and they are conveniently finished with the utmost fashion.”
From MarketWatch
A video about the role of faith in the community had me reaching for the tissues conveniently placed in the viewing area.
Since they were conveniently located not far from her home in Bristol, England, the three got together to figure out how to make the film work.
From Los Angeles Times
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