softly

His friends describe him as a charismatic orator, who spoke softly and possessed wells of energy for the issues he cared about most.

Most fans assume Reilly is herself an American, not the softly spoken Brit she is in reality.

The young women, wearing dresses in various shades of pink, one of the sorority’s colors, softly sang their national hymn.

He responds in the most L.A. way: nodding with a smile as he softly replies under his breath, “Cool.”

Nuno has refused to tread softly with Wood, especially after international duty, saying the striker is a "competitor" and will always be ready.