reply mildly

Examples (10)

• She chose to reply mildly, despite her frustration.
• He would always reply mildly, no matter how provocative the question.
• The teacher replied mildly to the student's cheeky comment.
• Even when provoked, she managed to reply mildly, diffusing the tension.
• If you reply mildly, they are more likely to listen.
• The old man replied mildly to the child's incessant questions.
• He was advised to reply mildly to avoid further conflict.
• Rather than shouting, he chose to reply mildly and calmly explain his point.
• She learned to reply mildly in difficult situations.
• His ability to reply mildly in the face of anger was admirable.