You are to leave with dispatch, taking it easy (6)

I believe the answer is:

gently

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'easy' is the definition.
Both the definition and answer are adverbs. Maybe they are linked in a way I don't understand?

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(Other definitions for gently that I've seen before include "Softly, delicately" , "Mildly; gradually" , "Mildly, kindly" , "Lightly, mildly, softly" , "in a peaceful manner?" .)

I've seen this clue in The Times.

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