softly

Example Sentences

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Bake for 40 to 50 minutes, until deeply golden at the edges and softly set in the center.

From Salon • May 25, 2026

As the men spoke softly, one of them spun a small shaft on a flat piece of wood, sliding his palms back and forth and made a small fire that quickly built into a flame.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 9, 2026

Her daughter said softly: “You guys weren’t worried about her before, so leave her alone now.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026

The victim was quiet in a different way - speaking softly and with dignity as she relived events from 23 years ago.

From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026

So softly that I had to lean down to hear her words.

From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler