demurely
Example Sentences
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Bragg’s prosecution team immediately objected, and Judge Juan Merchan sustained the objection, but not before Cohen could demurely respond “sounds like something I would do.”
From Slate ● May 16, 2024
The star surfaced demurely from her dressing room and took the stage — not in her usual hip-hugging finery, but in a tiered yellow maxi dress.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 11, 2024
In the 18th variation of the “Rhapsody,” the work’s aching climax, she began demurely and dreamily before adding muscle.
From New York Times ● Jan. 29, 2023
When asked if he’s heard from anyone in the Trump family in the days following his documentary’s release, Holder smiles and murmurs demurely.
From Washington Post ● Jul. 13, 2022
On the winner’s stand, which was swathed in a huge American flag and crammed with suited dignitaries, Marcela smiled demurely for the lieutenant governor, who extended a huge silver loving cup.
From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand
