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Recent Examples of leniently
The document also reopened the controversy around Jannik Sinner’s doping ban, claiming that he was treated leniently by the ITIA.
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Charlie Eccleshare, New York Times, 5 Jan. 2026
Charlie Eccleshare, New York Times, 5 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for leniently
Adverb
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The As Ever founder styled herself simply with a gold circular choker and matching bracelet, with a pale pink manicure and her dark brunette hair lightly waved.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
16 Feb. 2026
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The interview has been edited lightly for brevity.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
15 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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Brake gently as needed - Brake normally if the vehicle has anti-lock brakes and pump brakes gently if in an older vehicle.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
18 Feb. 2026
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Crevice tools reach between cushions and around corners, while upholstery tools gently scrape and lift debris off furniture.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
18 Feb. 2026
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“Leniently.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/leniently. Accessed 21 Feb. 2026.
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