gently

Example Sentences

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Gently easing off brake pressure in a corner and letting the car’s rear swing wide—trail-braking—is easily done.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 6, 2026

Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry until just combined — don’t overmix!

From Salon • Apr. 3, 2025

Gently stir in peanut butter cups, and spread batter into prepared pan.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 27, 2024

Gently compassionate, “English” achieves a comic poignancy, but too much of the real world is left out.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 7, 2024

Gently, the boy lifted up the milk bird and carried it home.

From "The Girl Who Married a Lion: and Other Tales from Africa" by Alexander Mccall Smith