quietly

/ ˈkwaɪətlɪ /

adverb

1. in a quiet manner

2. between you and me; confidentially

Example Sentences

For most of Friday morning, Combs maintained a non-reactive demeanour, sitting back in his seat and listening quietly as prosecutors accused him of ruining his victims' lives.

From BBC

On turning 90, she continued to live quietly in Chichester, where she busied herself raising money for the cathedral roof.

From BBC

“It was a lot of fun to confront him,” Ortega said quietly but proudly.

From Los Angeles Times

Even after abolition, Lucumí continued — quietly, often in private homes — as police and officials criminalized anything perceived as “pagan.”

From Los Angeles Times

Seattle is quietly dangerous, even though there’s nothing quiet about their home field.

From Los Angeles Times

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