elastically

elastically
elastic ADJECTIVE 1) able to resume normal shape spontaneously after being stretched or squeezed. 2) flexible and adaptable.
NOUN cord, tape, or fabric which returns to its original length or shape after being stretched.
DERIVATIVES elastically adverb elasticity noun elasticize (also elasticise) verb.
ORIGIN Greek elastikos 'propulsive' .

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