pleasantly
Example Sentences
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Mr. De los Santos’s dense text, which alternates between Spanish and English, is constructed to convey a lot of information, which often leaves Mr. Sosa’s pleasantly tonal score in a subordinate position.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 5, 2026
Beck, who is divorced, was pleasantly surprised by several lower living expenses in Florida.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 13, 2026
"I was pleasantly surprised that there was a strong reference to tariffs, because India could have wanted to be less direct about it, but perhaps this was a chance to convey their displeasure," he added.
From BBC ● Sep. 13, 2026
She says that many customers "are pleasantly surprised when they realise they don't have to tip 20% on top".
From BBC ● Aug. 24, 2026
“Just trying to help out,” he said pleasantly.
From "Wringer" by Jerry Spinelli
