facilely

Example Sentences

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Roberts has famously, and somewhat facilely, likened the judge’s role to that of umpire, objectively calling balls and strikes.

From Washington Post • Jul. 3, 2020

They facilely dismiss good critiques as “hit jobs” and level ad hominem attacks to undercut criticism.

From Salon • Oct. 20, 2019

He didn't mention white-haired, eerily slim Bill Clinton, who may be derided a bit too facilely these days by pundits but probably remains a potential part of the campaign arsenal in the fall.

From US News • May 4, 2016

For similar reasons, Facebook itself is sometimes rumored to be considering a “sympathize” button that would allow users to facilely acknowledge the pain of others.

From Slate • Feb. 25, 2015

I saw then how facilely easy it was going to be to take fright at shadows.

From Branded by Lynde, Francis