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Recent Examples of demurely
The gala attendees titter demurely at their tables in their tuxedos and gowns.
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Sam Stone, Bon Appetit Magazine, 2 June 2026
Other guests reacted more demurely—some turned away, while one wiped away tears.
—Susmita Baral, Travel + Leisure, 21 Apr. 2026
That is what Emma is doing in this scene by talking to Mark, looking at the floor demurely, and wringing her hands precisely three (3) times.
—Brian Moylan, Vulture, 20 Mar. 2026
Gold lace demurely veils a woman’s face beneath a crown-like headpiece.
—Jane Wooldridge, Miami Herald, 19 Feb. 2026
All of them were demurely buttoned right to the top.
—Madeline Hirsch, InStyle, 27 Jan. 2026
Sam Stone, Bon Appetit Magazine, 2 June 2026
Other guests reacted more demurely—some turned away, while one wiped away tears.
—Susmita Baral, Travel + Leisure, 21 Apr. 2026
That is what Emma is doing in this scene by talking to Mark, looking at the floor demurely, and wringing her hands precisely three (3) times.
—Brian Moylan, Vulture, 20 Mar. 2026
Gold lace demurely veils a woman’s face beneath a crown-like headpiece.
—Jane Wooldridge, Miami Herald, 19 Feb. 2026
All of them were demurely buttoned right to the top.
—Madeline Hirsch, InStyle, 27 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for demurely
Adverb
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While elderberry may modestly reduce the severity or duration of colds in some people, there is no evidence to support its use in preventing colds.—
Anna Giorgi,
Verywell Health,
8 Dec. 2025
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Despite its size, the house is modestly scaled in front to fit in with its low-rise neighborhood.—
Ray Mark Rinaldi,
Denver Post,
7 Dec. 2025
Adverb
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If more quintessential heritage hedonism is required, some of London’s great institutions are unobtrusively dotted around the place—Scott’s, Le Gavroche, Annabel’s, and the rest.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 May 2026
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In other words, the immunity idol won’t be unobtrusively hidden somewhere.—
Nina Metz,
Chicago Tribune,
19 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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How to protect your router from hackers The good news is that a few simple router checks can reduce your risk and help keep hackers from quietly changing how your internet traffic moves.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
14 June 2026
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Little signs of humanity appeared in every direction, quietly defusing what could have become a disaster instigated by fear.—
Antonio Ferme,
Variety,
14 June 2026
Adverb
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There’s also an interesting story behind the cigar inconspicuously sitting near the check-in counter.—
Idaho Statesman,
Idaho Statesman,
3 Mar. 2026
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At first glance, the one- and two-bedroom cabins—all of which are outfitted with kitchenettes, a living room-dining area, and a private bath—are inconspicuously rustic.—
Lydia Mansel,
Travel + Leisure,
3 Feb. 2026
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“Demurely.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/demurely. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.
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