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hesitantly

🇬🇧 UK/'hezɪtəntlɪ/🇺🇸 US
C2

Definitions

adv.

In a way that shows uncertainty, doubt, or reluctance

迟疑地,踌躇地

🧩 Root Breakdown

Root-derived
hesstick, cling, adhere
+
itgo
+
antperforming, being in a state
+
lyin the manner of
=hesitantly

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    She hesitantly raised her hand to ask a question.

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