distractedly

Example Sentences

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“Yes,” he replied, distractedly, looking at neither me nor the stage but toward Petrov.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 16, 2024

Many more ambled about distractedly, as if lost.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 24, 2023

“It’s a tract that thousands of people pass by each day, distractedly driving their car. They probably have no idea where they are.”

From New York Times • Jan. 26, 2023

Wringing my hands distractedly, I asked, "What voice?"

From Salon • Nov. 6, 2021

You distractedly pay a small sum of money.

From "Life of Pi" by Yann Martel