26984 words

calmly

2 definitions • 3 examples
1
in a peaceful, quiet way and without worry or extreme emotion:

Examples:

She reacted surprisingly calmly to the news of his death.
OK everyone, let's all quiet down and talk about this calmly.
2
without hurried movement or noise:

Examples:

The storm was over, and small waves lapped calmly against the beach.

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