Definition of gentleness
: the quality or state of being gentle;
especially
: mildness of manners or disposition
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Is their impact on my speech rooted in their gentleness, their patience?
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Some in the business still view being maternal as the antithesis of funny, since moms are associated with nurturing, gentleness and safety, while comedy wants to be twisted, dangerous and mean.
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Inside, there was that core of love and grace and gentleness.
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But the show is for children, and for them, the pacing and gentleness is an excellent fit.
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His authenticity, honesty, and gentleness inspired me as a child, and his courage, dedication, and concern for the well-being of children continue to inspire me as an adult.
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Turning a thing upside down can be an act of gentleness, an act of generosity, a move toward a different way of seeing.
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Mary's kindness, gentleness and faith were evident to all who knew her.
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According to Kinsella, kawaii characters also share traits like innocence, gentleness, vulnerability, and weakness — exactly like, yep, a human baby.
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First Known Use of gentleness
14th century
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