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Recent Examples of demurely
That is what Emma is doing in this scene by talking to Mark, looking at the floor demurely, and wringing her hands precisely three (3) times.
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Brian Moylan, Vulture, 20 Mar. 2026
Gold lace demurely veils a woman’s face beneath a crown-like headpiece.
—Jane Wooldridge, Miami Herald, 19 Feb. 2026
All of them were demurely buttoned right to the top.
—Madeline Hirsch, InStyle, 27 Jan. 2026
Brian Moylan, Vulture, 20 Mar. 2026
Gold lace demurely veils a woman’s face beneath a crown-like headpiece.
—Jane Wooldridge, Miami Herald, 19 Feb. 2026
All of them were demurely buttoned right to the top.
—Madeline Hirsch, InStyle, 27 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for demurely
Adverb
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So far, air fares are only up modestly.—
Alexandra Skores,
CNN Money,
3 Apr. 2026
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In 2022, the VIX rose roughly 180% all in, which only is modestly more than the current move.—
Frank Cappelleri,
CNBC,
1 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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The stills photographer must hover unobtrusively on the sidelines of moviemaking, taking pictures that will be used to promote a film.—
Naomi Fry,
New Yorker,
14 Mar. 2026
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In other words, the immunity idol won’t be unobtrusively hidden somewhere.—
Nina Metz,
Chicago Tribune,
19 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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The wheels glide smoothly and quietly, and the telescopic handle extends and retracts seamlessly—even when the case is fully packed.—
Charley Ward,
Condé Nast Traveler,
5 Apr. 2026
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Snuggled up in her dad’s arms, 9-year-old Elena Mandujano quietly chanted along with the rest of the crowd as Athletic Club Boise made its home debut against the Spokane Velocity on Saturday at Expo Idaho.—
Rachel Roberts,
Idaho Statesman,
5 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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There’s also an interesting story behind the cigar inconspicuously sitting near the check-in counter.—
Idaho Statesman,
Idaho Statesman,
3 Mar. 2026
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At first glance, the one- and two-bedroom cabins—all of which are outfitted with kitchenettes, a living room-dining area, and a private bath—are inconspicuously rustic.—
Lydia Mansel,
Travel + Leisure,
3 Feb. 2026
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“Demurely.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/demurely. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.
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