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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The Obama Justice Department’s surveillance of a Fox News reporter came to light, conveniently for the president, after his 2012 re-election.
And most of its outdoor activities — such as mini-golf, a sports court and a two-level ropes course — are conveniently clustered together.
From Los Angeles Times
Given that your mom likes sushi experiences, make a stop at Yama Sushi Marketplace, conveniently located in your neighborhood.
From Los Angeles Times
He heads to Cape Cod in Massachusetts, where he checks into a storied Victorian B&B featuring turrets, a wrap-around porch and, conveniently, a hot ghost.
Most scenes filmed with a human are seen from the waist down or with the human’s face conveniently obscured, reminiscent of how the “Peanuts” cartoons depict a kid’s perspective of adults.
From Salon
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