Example Sentences

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They seem to be looking for a kindler, gentler primary, and they’re getting it.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 17, 2020

Weatherall's quest hints at possible darkness, but in the end nudges us to consider Bush in a kindler, gentler and more sympathetic light.

From Washington Post • Feb. 11, 2019

The #deleteuber campaign led to the defenestration of founder Travis Kalanick as CEO; his replacement by the kindler, gentler Khosrowshahi was not in and of itself sufficient to get those customers back.

From Slate • Jul. 20, 2018

Dr. Crenshaw and Mr. Pell are starting with a kindler, gentler rib spreader.

From New York Times • May 16, 2011

It seems possible that such tubes were, in primitive times, used to blow the fire, and this would explain the name elder, which seems to mean kindler.

From Springtime and Other Essays by Darwin, Francis, Sir