Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

“A person is standing on the porch and looking around,” it reported blandly but accurately.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 5, 2026

You might never guess someone so blandly reassuring is participating in such monumental damage.

From Salon • Sep. 10, 2025

Opera production she began blandly only to be awakened by the raw meaning of love, singing very prettily all the while.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2025

Matthew is portrayed as blandly as possible, making clear it’s only his money that makes him exceptional.

From Seattle Times • May 15, 2024

They declared blandly that the bill was unnecessary because cooperation and consultation were “usual.”

From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson