faintly

Example Sentences

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In the footage a police officer arriving at the scene can be heard asking: "What's your name, mate?" before Nowak, who is lying on his back on the ground, faintly replies: "Henry."

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

Sometimes it’s a crinkly cellophane bag full of bolillos still faintly warm from the oven.

From Salon • May 22, 2026

The fans faintly begin chanting his name, then their voices disappear into a hush.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

Begin with Kewpie mayonnaise — richer, silkier, faintly sweet, and unapologetically egg-forward.

From Salon • Apr. 14, 2026

As if she could hear his thoughts Merriweather smiled faintly, even showing some perfectly white teeth.

From "Half Upon a Time" by James Riley