Answer: softly

AnswerCrossword Clue
SOFTLYp, to a pianist
SOFTLY"Speak ... and carry a big stick"
SOFTLYPiano, to a musician
SOFTLYp, to Puccini
SOFTLY"Speak ... and . . . "
SOFTLYPiano
SOFTLYWith tenderness
softly(of water) free from mineral salts
softlynot hard
softlyyielding readily to touch or pressure
softlynot rough or harsh
softlySOFT, yielding easily to pressure
softlygentle; pleasant