quietly

Example Sentences

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A quietly brilliant premise, and a film no one has ever really made, despite the “hag” title perfectly primed for a tale of sick fixation.

From Salon • Apr. 5, 2026

Bhargava didn’t go quietly; according to legal filings, he threatened to delete Sports Illustrated’s archive of intellectual property.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 5, 2026

He said he’s seen sellers “go from confident to quietly anxious right around that mark.”

From MarketWatch • Apr. 3, 2026

Even after all of that, he was simply moved back to his previous role in California and allowed to quietly retire.

From Slate • Apr. 3, 2026

“I guess you can’t separate your fate from those you’re with,” Chase said quietly.

From "Storm Runners" by Roland Smith