impassively

Example Sentences

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The 55-year-old, who has always denied the charges, listened impassively as the court in the city of Nantes handed down the verdict.

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

Beijing’s response has been to look on impassively.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026

As the verdict was read by Judge Maryellen Noreika’s clerk, Biden sat impassively.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2024

Cutaway shots show the smug-looking military brass who are on trial, the judges watching as impassively as they can manage and a rapt crowd in the courtroom.

From New York Times • Sep. 21, 2023

At this complicated moment the cloister door was opened for the second time, and the courteous page announced as impassively as ever: “IBs Majesty the King!”

From "The Once and Future King" by T. H. White