subtly
Example Sentences
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He also tried to subtly rebut concerns among those who had watched the debate and were appalled by Graham’s gaffe.
From Slate ● Aug. 25, 2026
Vance took a subtly centrist tone in his speech, evoking his blue-collar upbringing while avoiding much of the harsh rhetoric that has made Trump so divisive.
From Barron's ● Aug. 21, 2026
The tablet setup was designed to subtly influence how each person sat.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 5, 2026
Replace some of the water in your focaccia dough with olive brine and you’ll end up with bread that’s subtly seasoned from the inside out.
From Salon ● Jul. 7, 2026
My stomach plummeted as she slowly approached my bed and sat next to me, subtly avoiding eye contact.
From "Americanized" by Sara Saedi
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