pitchsoftly
adverbUK /pɪtʃ ˈsɒftli/
US /pɪtʃ ˈsɔftli/
To throw a ball gently and easily.
She pitched softly so the little kids could hit the ball.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. To set up a tent slowly and carefully.
We pitched softly by the lake so we wouldn't wake the campers.
3. To speak in a low, gentle tone.
He pitched softly so only she could hear.
4. To adjust a sound to be quiet and calm.
The musician pitched softly during the lullaby.