He was gently caressing her golden hair.

他正温柔地抚摸着她的金发。

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She started caressing her own hand. A self comforting gesture.

她就开始摩挲自己的手，一种自我安慰的姿态。

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For reply, her mother's arm went around her, and a hand was softly caressing her hair.

妈妈伸出手搂着她，再用一只手轻轻地抚摩她的头发，作为回答。

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Bob springs into action, giving her a few brisk but caressing thumps on the back.

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