Example Sentences

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The “guests” cocked their heads solicitously and inquired after one another’s make-believe families.

From The New Yorker • Oct. 1, 2018

Mr. Murphy, a slender, dapper man, uses a cane when he walks, with Mr. O’Sullivan solicitously supporting his elbow.

From New York Times • Dec. 24, 2017

Murphy, a slender, dapper man, uses a cane when he walks, with O’Sullivan solicitously supporting his elbow.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 24, 2017

“So are your legs wobbling?” asks Bell, solicitously.

From The Guardian • Jun. 13, 2015

In the washroom, she turned on the water for Francie, punched down on the glass bowl of liquid soap and hovered over Francie solicitously while she washed her hands.

From "A Tree Grows in Brooklyn" by Betty Smith