prettily
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
Newcomer Catherine Laga’aia—perfectly, prettily inoffensive—stars as Moana without making the character in any way her own.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 9, 2026
By handing Banks a length of rope instead, and standing by as she prettily ties it into a noose, they invite the audience to conclude that the many sins of “Top Model” weren’t merely systemic.
From Salon ● Feb. 20, 2026
With its voluminous fabric that flared prettily when the wearer twirled, it was just the thing for a sock hop.
From New York Times ● Mar. 4, 2024
Moira: It was a peach bourbon tart, with the peach all prettily arranged like a flower, and tasted as good as it looked.
From Seattle Times ● Aug. 24, 2023
He started to apologize to the demoness, but she only smiled prettily again.
From "Dragonwings" by Laurence Yep
