doubtfully

Example Sentences

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“I don’t know, dude,” the other deputy replies doubtfully.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 18, 2021

“Well, I hope they do,” the man said, doubtfully.

From The New Yorker • Dec. 10, 2019

At the center of the room stands a monumental bronze sculpture by Leonardo’s teacher, Verrocchio, showing Saint Thomas poking doubtfully at the wound in the risen Christ’s torso.

From Washington Post • Oct. 28, 2019

When one character calls Dean dangerous, he doubtfully replies: “Dangerous? I’m lactose intolerant.”

From New York Times • Oct. 2, 2017

I look at her doubtfully as she holds open the abaya for me.

From "Saints and Misfits" by S.K. Ali