lightly stroke
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To move your hand gently over a surface.
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- She lightly stroked the cat's soft fur.
- He lightly stroked his daughter's hair to comfort her.
- The fabric was so smooth, she lightly stroked it with her fingertips.
- A gentle hand lightly stroked the worried man's back.
- The wind lightly stroked the leaves, creating a soft rustling sound.
- The painter lightly stroked the canvas with a fine brush.
- He began to lightly stroke the guitar strings, producing a delicate melody.
- To calm the baby, she would lightly stroke its cheek.
- The sculptor decided to lightly stroke the clay to create a subtle texture.
- With a tender gesture, she lightly stroked his hand.