gently

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Magnason’s opening narration over spectacular footage of glaciers — up close and from far away — gently informs us that we’re watching a time capsule, one where the bonds of family and environment are intertwined.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

I remember sitting in a wig salon in Richmond as the owner, Amy Holt, gently brushed though my tangled hair as it was falling out in large lumps.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

The goal is to gently warm tissue at the back of the eye just enough to activate natural repair systems, without causing harm.

From Science Daily • May 27, 2026

Likewise trail braking—letting the car’s tail run wide in a corner by gently easing off the throttle—is easy and natural.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 23, 2026

She drew a lock of hair off my face and looped it behind my ear, tugging the end of it gently.

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu