demure
adjective
characterized by shyness and modesty; reserved.
demurely
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a word derived from
demure.
Example Sentences
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Bragg’s prosecution team immediately objected, and Judge Juan Merchan sustained the objection, but not before Cohen could demurely respond “sounds like something I would do.”
From Slate ● May 16, 2024
In the 18th variation of the “Rhapsody,” the work’s aching climax, she began demurely and dreamily before adding muscle.
From New York Times ● Jan. 29, 2023
Then she demurely follows the presenters, Roger Moore and Liv Ullman, offstage.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 23, 2022
Later in spring, bloom continues more demurely, when Magnolia wilsonii and M. sieboldii, a couple of Larson’s favorite species, produce fragrant, nodding white flowers with pink to crimson stamens.
From Seattle Times ● Apr. 9, 2022
Agnes smiled demurely, pressing the tips of her fingers into Red’s palm and averting her eyes from the Associated Press photographer who was covering the wedding.
From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand
