coolly

/ˈkuli/
adverb
  1. In a calm, controlled, and unemotional way.
    • She coolly answered all the reporter's difficult questions.
    • He coolly walked away from the argument without raising his voice.
    • The pilot coolly handled the emergency landing.
  2. In a way that shows a lack of friendliness or enthusiasm.
    • He coolly declined the invitation, saying he was too busy.
    • The manager coolly greeted the new employee without a smile.
    • She was coolly received by the committee, who seemed uninterested.
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