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gentleness

NOUN
intentional mildness
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Her alleged gentleness made up for his anger.

From Salon • Sep. 24, 2025

She described him as "a war hero, our hero, and the family patriarch who wore his position with a gentleness and lightness of touch, unwavering positivity and a resolve to carry on".

From BBC • Jul. 16, 2025

“He was generous with his time, extremely caring about the Haas community, courageous to tackle important problems, full of grace and gentleness, and a loving father.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 16, 2025

That gentleness is surprising in a tool as powerful as an elephant’s trunk.

From NewsForKids.net • Jun. 20, 2024

Will very nearly smiled in response, because he was so unused to the sweetness and gentleness a woman could put into a smile, and it unsettled him.

From "The Amber Spyglass" by Philip Pullman




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