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peacefully

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peace·ful  (psfl)
adj.
1. Undisturbed by strife, turmoil, or disagreement; tranquil. See Synonyms at calm.
2. Inclined or disposed to peace; peaceable.
3. Of or characteristic of a condition of peace.
peaceful·ly adv.
peaceful·ness n.
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Adv.1.peacefully - in a peaceful manner; "the hen settled herself on the nest most peacefully"


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She died very peacefully, so that I didn't know she was dead till the sister told me.
Moon and Sixpence by Maugham, W. Somerset View in context
"Wait a minute and I'll come right back," answered the old fellow, thinking he had to deal with one of those boys who love to roam around at night ringing people's bells while they are peacefully asleep.
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Old Mother Simon had returned to Felicite and was peacefully falling asleep.
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