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单词 gently
释义 gently
gently /ˈdʒent.li/ adverb
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B2 calmly, kindly, or softly:
» He lifted the baby gently out of its cot.» to smile/laugh/blow gentlyThesaurus+: ↑Tender and gentle , ↑Kind and thoughtful
2
F0 without force or strength:
» The door closed gently.Thesaurus+: ↑Moving gently on footThesaurus+: ↑Slow and moving slowly
3
F0 slightly or gradually:
» gently rolling hillsThesaurus+: ↑Words meaning small pieces and amountsWord Builder:Nouns: gentlenessAdjectives: gentleAdverbs: gently
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Extra Examples:» Push the clutch in, put the car into gear, rev the engine and then gently let the clutch out.» The road slopes gently downwards for a mile or two.» Use your fingertips to gently flatten the pastry.» The teacher gently reproved the boys for not paying attention.» When it's icy, brake gently.
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