benignly

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Benignly in the background, for once, was the Duke's elder brother, His Majesty Gustaf V, King of Sweden and of the Goths and Wends, LL.D. 50-50.

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Benignly he in turn presented a cup to the skipper of the German Hathi, runner-up in the free-for-all event.

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Benignly accepting the title of "father of the poor," the strongman also gave Brazil the 48-hour week, the minimum wage, and social security.

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Benignly bearded, he patronizes the Arts, plays golf, greets with a grave good morning his respectful employes.

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Although she hears her praises, she doth go Benignly vested with humility; And like a thing come down, she seems to be, From heaven to earth, a miracle to show.

From The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 20, No. 121, November, 1867 by Various