gentlybutresolutely
adverbUK /ˈdʒentli bʌt ˈrezəluːtli/
US /ˈdʒentli bʌt ˈrezəluːtli/
Doing something in a soft and kind way, but not giving up.
She gentlybutresolutely told the puppy to sit and kept waiting until it did.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. Acting with a quiet, steady strength that does not waver.
He gentlybutresolutely refused to join the teasing.
3. Being kind in tone while staying completely sure of what is right.
The teacher gentlybutresolutely reminded the class of the rule.
4. Moving or speaking in a calm way that still shows strong purpose.
She gentlybutresolutely pushed the heavy door open for the little kids.