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Definition quietly in British English

quietly adverb

adverb
/ˈkwaɪətli/
1

in a way that does not make much noise

Example

He closed the door quietly behind him.

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2

in a quiet voice

Example

'Listen,' she said quietly, 'I want to tell you something.'

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3

in a way that is not obvious to other people

Example

Sandra stood by, quietly amused.

Example

Two embassy employees had been quietly recalled because of spying allegations.

Example

I am quietly confident that we will win this match.

Example

They are quietly optimistic about their chances of success.

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Definition quietly in British English