doubtfully

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

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 make a show of scratching my face doubtfully.

From The New Yorker • Jun. 25, 2018

Rather doubtfully, Miss Brent permitted herself to be helped into the boat.

From "And Then There Were None" by Agatha Christie