press softly
Frequency: 7.09.3 per million words
to push against something with gentle force
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Examples (10)
- She pressed his hand softly to reassure him.
- He pressed the fragile button softly to activate the device.
- The doctor pressed softly on the patient's abdomen to check for tenderness.
- When you press the clay softly, it becomes easier to mold into shape.
- She pressed her lips softly against his cheek, a tender gesture of affection.
- The cat pressed its head softly against my leg, seeking attention.
- He pressed the accelerator softly as they approached the traffic light.
- Please press the bandage softly onto the wound to avoid causing more pain.
- The artist pressed her brush softly onto the canvas, adding delicate details.
- Always press the fabric softly with a cool iron to prevent damage.