soft-spoken
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As Sir David Attenborough marks his centenary, one achievement is often overlooked: how the world's famously soft-spoken naturalist helped create an industry employing thousands and earning millions, centred on Bristol.
From BBC • May 9, 2026
If anything, I considered myself to be a soft-spoken person.
From Slate • Apr. 18, 2026
Much of the time, he comes off as soft-spoken and a little awkward.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 3, 2026
"Three to five years at most, and our entire medical model will be radically transformed," the soft-spoken Duan told AFP.
From Barron's • Mar. 3, 2026
Thankfully, he has the whole play memorized, but he plays the part of Reuben like a soft-spoken elderly accountant.
From "Leah on the Offbeat" by Becky Albertalli
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