agility
Americannoun
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the power of moving quickly and easily; nimbleness.
exercises demanding agility.
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the ability to think and draw conclusions quickly; intellectual acuity.
Etymology
Origin of agility
1375–1425; late Middle English agilite < Middle French < Latin agilitās. See agile, -ity
Example Sentences
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As for peace and security, "prevention and mediation are essential. But they need agility and flexibility from the structures of the UN. And I don't think we have that right now."
From Barron's
I truly believe agility and openness to change—people that can cope with change and adapt quickly—those will be the central skills I want my teenager to have.
“This acquisition also streamlines group structure, enhances strategic agility, and fosters a stronger link between Private Banking/Investment Banking performance and profitability,” he adds.
"Not only would this allow them to say, reach up into a tree and feel around for fruit or a seed pod with better agility, but it also has implications for communication."
From Barron's
He’s shown a talent for the deep ball and an un-Brady-like agility for making a play with his feet.
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