quietly
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/ˈkwaɪətli/
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/ˈkwaɪətli/
making very little noise
She spoke quietly so she wouldn't wake the baby.
她小声说话,以免吵醒婴儿。
in a peaceful way without being disturbed
He sat quietly reading his book all afternoon.
他整个下午都安静地坐着看书。
without much noise or activity
The small shop opened quietly in the neighborhood last month.
这家小店上个月在社区里悄然开业。
in a strong but not obvious way
She is quietly sure that her team will win the game.
她内心坚定地确信她的团队会赢得比赛。