quietly

Example Sentences

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Quietly, the most powerful part of the whole operation.

From Salon • Apr. 26, 2026

Quietly, consistently, he advocated for me behind closed doors, recommending me for opportunities I didn’t know I was even in the running for and helping me navigate the unwritten rules of an elite academic institution.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 20, 2026

Quietly, Oliver Laxe’s euphoric, shocking movie, set at the end of the world, is winning over critics and audiences alike, a hopeful sign for challenging cinema.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 8, 2025

Quietly, Southgate took on the challenge, filling out and finding his voice.

From BBC • Jul. 15, 2024

Quietly, Roz asked her Designer, “What is my purpose?”

From "The Wild Robot Escapes" by Peter Brown