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tenderly
01
in a gentle, affectionate, or caring manner
Examples
She tenderly kissed her son goodnight.
He tenderly held her hand as she cried.
1.1
in a cautious or delicate manner to avoid causing pain or harm
Examples
She tenderly touched the bruised area on her leg.
He tenderly lowered the injured bird into the box.
02
in a soft or easily chewable way
Examples
The lamb was tenderly roasted for hours.
She served a stew with tenderly simmered vegetables.
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