doubtfully
Example Sentences
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"This is what he looks like now?" asks Bradford University's Prof Hassan Ugail doubtfully.
From BBC ● Sep. 1, 2025
Even then, it’s oddly disowned and unidiomatic: “Everyone at school is saying that I’m a gay,” Trevor tells us, doubtfully.
From New York Times ● Nov. 10, 2021
“I don’t know, dude,” the other deputy replies doubtfully.
From Seattle Times ● Feb. 18, 2021
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
“I think I ought to sew ’em in,” she said doubtfully.
From "Go Set a Watchman: A Novel" by Harper Lee
