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slowly

[sloh-lee] / ˈsloʊ li /




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“It’s always nice to see girls that are figuring it out slowly but surely,” the No. 4 seed said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 2, 2026

Companies in the value camp tend to have mature businesses, often feature attractive dividend payouts and can be expected to grow revenue more slowly than companies in growth indexes.

From MarketWatch • Jul. 1, 2026

Moderating gasoline prices and news of a ceasefire agreement between the U.S. and Iran are slowly swaying consumers to feel marginally better about their economic situations.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 30, 2026

Lloyd: As to the slow start of the season, that just struck me as a realistic reflection of the restaurant work day, the way a workplace slowly comes together in the morning.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 29, 2026

She drew a deep breath and then let it out slowly.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith




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