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

He is softly spoken, clearly intelligent and typically takes his time when responding to questions, measured and articulate in his responses.

From BBC • May 21, 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

Levy brings a soft-spoken breathlessness you may recognize from his David Rose on “Schitt’s”; his softly muttered “OK,” which might just mean “stop talking,” is almost a trademark.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 15, 2026

She spoke softly, running her hand along a unicorn’s neck.

From "Impossible Creatures" by Katherine Rundell