lamely
/ˈleɪmli/
adverb
- In a weak, unconvincing, or unsatisfactory way.
- The movie ended lamely, with a rushed and confusing final scene.
- He lamely apologized for forgetting her birthday, offering no real excuse.
- She lamely tried to explain why she was late, but no one believed her.
- In a way that shows difficulty walking because of an injury or disability.
- He walked lamely on his sprained ankle, leaning on a crutch.
- The dog limped lamely across the yard after hurting its paw.
- The old horse moved lamely, favoring its sore leg.
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