gently

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While wife Erica gently douses rumors, Sean McVay, Les Snead, Cooper Kupp and others hint that Aaron Donald is tempted to unretire and return to the Rams.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 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

Add the brioche to the custard mixture and gently toss to coat.

From Salon • May 25, 2026

I close the book gently and turn off the lamp, but the chaos in the next room has already woken Harlow.

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller