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softly
adverb
With low volume
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ˈsɔftli
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adverb
With low volume
“Speak softly but carry a big stick”
adverb
With little weight or force
“She kissed him lightly on the forehead”
adverb
Used as a direction in music; to be played relatively softly
adverb
In a manner that is pleasing to the senses
“She smiled softly”
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Speak softly but carry a big stick
She spoke quietly to the child
The radio was playing softly
She kissed him lightly on the forehead
She smiled softly
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