litheness
- a word derived from lithe.
Example Sentences
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At barre, sculpt society “strengthen lengthen tone” classes, the slimness and litheness of your body is on display, judgeable, as you do tiny movements that won’t leave you all that much stronger.
From Slate ● Jan. 1, 2023
He has nowhere near the determined agita of, say, Shawn Mendes; nowhere near the vocal litheness of Justin Bieber.
From New York Times ● Aug. 23, 2022
Elsewhere he showcased his wiry litheness à la Iggy circa 1969.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 4, 2015
Fortunately, Ann Petersen's portrayal of the Irish princess was so strong as to command the attention: a wonderful voice, accurate and wholly flexible with a comparable physical litheness, and radiating emotional intensity throughout.
From The Guardian ● May 22, 2012
Even from the rear Nel could tell that it was Sula and that she was smiling; that something deep down in that litheness was amused.
From "Sula" by Toni Morrison
