softly

Example Sentences

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He stared at me a little longer and then added softly, “And now the little girl is a lady, and a lovely one.”

From Literature

The airman replied softly, not responding at all to Mutti’s fury.

From Literature

It was thin and wet, and was complaining softly to itself in a low, continuous whimper.

From Literature

I say the word so softly I’m almost mouthing it.

From Literature

“That execution was perfection,” said Doncic, who clenched both fists when Reaves’ shot dropped softly through the net.

From Los Angeles Times