coolly
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Ms. Colin has a coolly devastating manner as the somewhat ruthless Ruth, and Ms. Yi’s Melissa exudes an air of thinly veiled contempt for just about everyone.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 23, 2026
Ramsey knew what was about to happen and, sure enough, Raphinha coolly took a touch and fired the ball past a helpless Aaron Ramsdale.
From BBC • Mar. 18, 2026
Belgium striker Lukaku was set to be introduced just as Yildiz effectively sealed the points in the 77nd minute, coolly rolling home Juve's second after a Napoli defender sloppily gave the ball to Fabio Miretti.
From Barron's • Jan. 25, 2026
“Hello,” Grohl sang coolly over a bed of thrumming electric guitars, “I’ve waited here for you.”
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 15, 2026
“I’m not touching that girl,” he said coolly.
From "Firegirl" by Tony Abbott
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