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gently

[jent-lee] / ˈdʒɛnt li /
ADVERB
quietly and softly
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ADVERB
kindly
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Gently easing off brake pressure in a corner and letting the car’s rear swing wide—trail-braking—is easily done.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 6, 2026

Gently and assuredly we understand the way choices seeded in the past wind their tendrils through the life of generations not yet born.

From Salon • Aug. 23, 2024

Gently sarcastic Cary handles overall management duties, while technically minded Brooks Ocon is the hands-on printing expert, alongside laser-focused master printer Bill Berkuta.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2024

Gently press them with the back of a spatula into flatter circles in the pan.

From Washington Times • Dec. 4, 2023

Gently I pleaded, so but they turned cold and still.

From "The Odyssey" by Homer




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