The voice was soft and gentle.

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In contrast to Davy, with his charisma and flair, Faraday was a gentle, soft-spoken man whose lectures always put science, rather than the scientist, at centre stage.

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She has a gentle manner that at times borders on vulnerability, and she is incredibly soft-spoken, despite her Estuary accent.

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The Tatin technique is also good for soft summer fruits like apricots and (peeled) peaches, but be gentle in that case: It's best to cook the butter and sugar in the skillet without the fruit.

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And be gentle: If you're too rough, you can cut into the gum and cause bleeding or even a soft-tissue wound over time.

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