gawkishly

/ˈɡɔːkɪʃli/
adverb
  1. In a way that is awkward, clumsy, or lacking grace, often due to nervousness or inexperience.
    • She gawkishly tripped over her own feet while walking onto the stage.
    • The teenager gawkishly dropped his tray in the cafeteria.
    • He gawkishly tried to dance at the party, bumping into several people.
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