calmly

Example Sentences

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I figured Auriemma would clean up the mess in his postgame press conference, but instead he calmly leaned in to it, offering the pregame handshake delay as his explanation-slash-justification.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

Even as she calmly reprimands them, one man continues to ask for her autograph.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 22, 2026

Back on the streets of Lakemba last week, Kheir was calmly coordinating the mass Iftar, liaising with caterers as they ran back and forth replenishing food such as falafel, fattoush, chicken and rice.

From BBC • Mar. 20, 2026

Chacho's clients got up and headed calmly towards the nearest shelter -- a school basement next door complete with a table football, giant chess set and collection of Harry Potter books.

From Barron's • Mar. 10, 2026

Hugo calmly reached into his pocket and brought out his identity card.

From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler