peaceably
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Native Americans more or less cohabited peaceably with the grizzlies, each usually giving the other wide berth, at a mid-19th century ratio of about 10,000 California grizzlies to 130,000 native Americans.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 13, 2026
The freedom to assemble peaceably, as we do in neighborhood potluck meals.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 2, 2026
But they also sleep peaceably side by side, she says.
From Slate ● Aug. 19, 2025
The reputation of bonobos as “hippie chimps” who live more peaceably than their cousins the chimpanzees is challenged by a new study.
From Science Magazine ● Apr. 17, 2024
“I did not call you a child, Mama-ji,” said Wednesday, peaceably.
From "American Gods" by Neil Gaiman
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