softly-softly

adjective

1. gradual, cautious, and discreet

Example Sentences

There is no compulsion and no mandatory regulation—it is a softly-softly, all-join-hands-together sort of approach.

From The Daily Beast

I just stared and listened, and the forest murmured softly—softly, the whole time.

From Project Gutenberg

"Softly—softly, Brother Teruel," said Mariana, smiling fixedly.

From Project Gutenberg