Sentence examples for almost tender from inspiring English sources

Her expression was almost tender; her hood had slipped off.

Simmer gently until pumpkin is almost tender, about 20 minutes.

Scaring began his kindly, almost tender examination of Borukhova with a series of biographical inquiries.

With their almost tender texture, they are unlike wines made anywhere else in the world.

Cook until carrots are almost tender and chicken is cooked through, 8 to 10 minutes.

Toss occasionally until golden brown and almost tender, 2 to 3 minutes.

Cover and cook over low heat until beef is almost tender-about 1 hour.

The porterhouse has the most flavor -- deeply meaty, almost fork tender and extremely juicy.

For all the intellectual substance behind his performances, his touch is exquisite, his emotional world almost unbearably tender and vulnerable.

The slow-poached octopus was almost absurdly tender, having arrived live at the restaurant that morning and apparently massaged to death.

The best work is the most straightforward and includes Barbara Bosworth's almost impossibly tender shot of an indigo bunting, a tiny concentration of cerulean nestled in a woman's hand.