hesitantly
/ˈhɛzɪtəntli/
adverb
- In a way that shows doubt, uncertainty, or reluctance; with hesitation.
- The witness hesitantly described what she had seen that night.
- She hesitantly raised her hand to ask a question in class.
- He hesitantly agreed to go on the roller coaster after his friends encouraged him.
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