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as in weakly
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as in tenderly
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Recent Examples of gently
But when gently poached in miso broth, the end result is tender and moist.
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Rebecca Firkser, Bon Appetit Magazine, 14 May 2026
Some films will move us gently.
—Anne Thompson, IndieWire, 13 May 2026
Microfiber dusters should be washed gently in warm water with mild detergent and left to air dry completely.
—Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 12 May 2026
The treatment begins with a highly active peel to gently renew the skin, followed by a vitamin-rich mask infused with nourishing plant extracts.
—Essence, 12 May 2026
Use your thumbs and pointer fingers to hold the floss and gently insert it between your teeth.
—Sherri Gordon, Health, 12 May 2026
Begin by gently grinding the tip of your dog’s nails, being careful not to grind too much or too quickly and keeping the grinder at a slight angle to avoid the quick.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 11 May 2026
Make sure the tires reconnect with the road - During the skid, wait until the tires reconnect with the road and then gently straighten the wheels to regain control.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 11 May 2026
Fill the container about halfway with potting soil, then gently loosen the root ball.
—Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 11 May 2026
Rebecca Firkser, Bon Appetit Magazine, 14 May 2026
Some films will move us gently.
—Anne Thompson, IndieWire, 13 May 2026
Microfiber dusters should be washed gently in warm water with mild detergent and left to air dry completely.
—Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 12 May 2026
The treatment begins with a highly active peel to gently renew the skin, followed by a vitamin-rich mask infused with nourishing plant extracts.
—Essence, 12 May 2026
Use your thumbs and pointer fingers to hold the floss and gently insert it between your teeth.
—Sherri Gordon, Health, 12 May 2026
Begin by gently grinding the tip of your dog’s nails, being careful not to grind too much or too quickly and keeping the grinder at a slight angle to avoid the quick.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 11 May 2026
Make sure the tires reconnect with the road - During the skid, wait until the tires reconnect with the road and then gently straighten the wheels to regain control.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 11 May 2026
Fill the container about halfway with potting soil, then gently loosen the root ball.
—Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 11 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for gently
Adverb
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The tree branches are also weakly attached to the trunks and prone to splitting apart during storms and harsh weather events, Zieche said.—
Jerry Wu,
Chicago Tribune,
11 May 2026
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Eight balloons sway weakly in the wind above a makeshift memorial – eight crosses staked into the damp ground, covered in handwritten messages.—
Alaa Elassar,
CNN Money,
10 May 2026
Adverb
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Nguyen tenderly captures the lightness, freedom and exhilaration of being in water and reigning over the waves, rules of gravity be damned.—
Tomris Laffly,
Variety,
13 May 2026
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My hero tenderly wrapped his snow-white daughter in a cravat; my heroine woke with a stab of fear, wondering where her stomach had gone.—
Eloisa James,
PEOPLE,
12 May 2026
Adverb
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Eyes were softly defined with brown shadow worked into the lash roots, while lids were set in beige tones and slight shimmer using the Nude Dress palette.—
Ryma Chikhoune,
Footwear News,
14 May 2026
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Amid the early-spring lightness of the filmmaking, Fukada values softly plainspoken earnestness of emotion, as his repressed, recessive characters learn to listen to their own impulses in the general stillness that surrounds them.—
Guy Lodge,
Variety,
13 May 2026
Adverb
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The couple sweetly held hands at the altar just ahead of their nuptials.—
Nicole Briese,
PEOPLE,
19 May 2026
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The handmade empanadas, some stuffed with organic pork and avocados, some sweetly filled with cheese custard, are unlike other finds on the road.—
Heide Brandes,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
13 May 2026
Adverb
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Jimmy Dean’s precooked links delivered a delicately smoky, savory flavor with a hint of earthy white pepper.—
Sam Stone,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
7 May 2026
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Beneath her skinny brows, a silver highlighter delicately lined them.—
Essence,
Essence,
5 May 2026
Adverb
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The defense secretary has previously invoked his religious identity to suggest that US military action is divinely sanctioned.—
Harmeet Kaur,
CNN Money,
6 May 2026
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The spirited ensemble — most of whom sing and take small roles as well as dancing divinely — bring the fluidity and context that is usually provided by a live onstage band.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
3 May 2026
Adverb
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Judge lined it feebly into the glove of an outfielder.—
Louisa Thomas,
New Yorker,
17 May 2026
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Infantino, as Henry Bushnell writes, talked rather feebly about working together and, randomly, said an upcoming under-15 tournament for all member associations was something to encourage co-operation.—
Phil Hay,
New York Times,
1 May 2026
Adverb
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We are taxed, compassionately pass bills, paid for with Bonds, attend black tie dinners, and hear about 10-year plans after 10-year plans to solve the problem Sacramento is creating.—
Linh Tat,
Oc Register,
4 May 2026
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In this story the problem is treated intimately and compassionately by a woman who knows all about it.—
AJ Willingham,
AJC.com,
12 Mar. 2026
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“Gently.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gently. Accessed 21 May. 2026.
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