Example Sentences

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Mr. Lucas coolly refused to give his mentor profit points in “Star Wars,” though he did give Mr. Spielberg and others a share.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 13, 2026

The 18-year-old coolly rounded goalkeeper Inaki Pena, a former Barca player, and slotted home.

From Barron's • Jan. 31, 2026

“Hello,” Grohl sang coolly over a bed of thrumming electric guitars, “I’ve waited here for you.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 15, 2026

But his later work displayed greater human sympathy, even if it was sometimes coolly received by the critics.

From BBC • Nov. 29, 2025

“I knew where you were,” said Henry coolly.

From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt