faint
ly
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in a way that is barely perceptible
- The sound of footsteps was faintly heard in the distance.
- The scent of flowers wafted faintly through the air.
- The image on the old photograph was faintly visible after years of fading.
- Her voice was faintly audible over the background noise.
- The writing on the ancient parchment was faintly legible.
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