gamely

Example Sentences

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Carpenter is "gamely playing along", says Dowell, who gives the show four stars.

From BBC • Feb. 4, 2026

Although they begin as novice agents, both gamely step up and build an unlikely friendship in the process.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 15, 2026

She survived 87 minutes in Hobart against German world number 42 Maria, who is 38, before slumping 6-4, 6-3, having gamely saved six of nine break points.

From Barron's • Jan. 13, 2026

He gamely answered all questions about the best spots to sit and when.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 27, 2025

Granddaddy looked amused; Mother looked as if she had a sick headache but gamely held up her end of the conversation.

From "The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate" by Jacqueline Kelly