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gentle

[jen-tl] / ˈdʒɛn tl /




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In contrast to earlier studies that relied on powerful laser pulses to generate these states, the Dresden team found that gentle stimulation using magnetic waves is enough.

From Science Daily • Mar. 27, 2026

Dearest gentle reader, the countdown to Francesca and Michaela’s season has officially begun.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 24, 2026

This is not a gentle roast; this is a decisive one.

From Salon • Mar. 23, 2026

As truth-telling victims, mezzo Michelle Mariposa was staunch and gentle as Rebecca Nurse while Nicholas Huff brought a vigorous, exciting tenor to Giles Corey.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 23, 2026

‘Do you trust me?’ she asks, her voice more gentle.

From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler