gingerly

Example Sentences

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Bearman climbed out gingerly, limping and holding his knees, before being taken to the medical centre, where he had an X-ray before being released.

From BBC • Mar. 29, 2026

He was taken to the locker room for evaluation, but the gingerly way he was moving left little doubt his night was done.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 15, 2026

Gradually and gingerly, party lines are being crossed in the House and Senate.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 1, 2026

In the first five days, forensic experts gingerly removed earth, millimeter by millimeter, recovering 3,463 bone fragments.

From Barron's • Nov. 29, 2025

“It’s okay, Angie,” she says as she gingerly pats the top of Connor’s head.

From "The Sea in Winter" by Christine Day