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softly

[sawft-lee, soft‐] / sɔft li, sɒft‐ /


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She is softly spoken, thoughtful and articulate, sometimes looking to her mum for answers.

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

The dancers — now unified in formations that softly bleed into one another like clouds — demand attention.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026

Bake for 40 to 50 minutes, until deeply golden at the edges and softly set in the center.

From Salon • May 25, 2026

He is softly spoken, clearly intelligent and typically takes his time when responding to questions, measured and articulate in his responses.

From BBC • May 21, 2026

Isabel sang softly, holding her daughter’s hands in hers as she clapped out a rhythm.

From "Two Degrees" by Alan Gratz




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