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penetratingly



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If the timing of the work initially seemed overly measured — artificially rather than penetratingly slow — the pace soon settles in.

From New York Times Apr. 17, 2022

Didion writes coolly, penetratingly and self-revealingly about losing her husband and the mysterious illness of her only daughter.

From The Guardian Oct. 4, 2016

It is the penetratingly spiritual Estonian composer’s portrait of the City of Angels, with emphasis exclusively on heavenly beings.

From Los Angeles Times May 28, 2016

Thomas’s re-creation of the participants is based on historical accounts, but it’s her penetratingly imaginative insight that creates the sense of reality in these most bizarre circumstances.

From Washington Post Aug. 7, 2015

Elinor looked at him so penetratingly that Meggie wouldn't have been surprised to see a hole suddenly appear in his forehead.

From "Inkheart" by Cornelia Funke




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