How to use gentle in a sentence. There are five meanings listed in oed's entry for the adverb gently, one of which is labelled obsolete In a kind and amiable manner.
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When handling is necessary, it should be done as gently, carefully, and quickly as possible to minimize stress.
Definition of gently adverb in oxford advanced learner's dictionary Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more. 'gently' if you do something gently, you do it carefully and without using force, in order to avoid hurting someone or damaging something I shook her gently and she opened her eyes.
If you do something gently you do it in a kind, mild, and calm manner
