leerily

/ˈlɪrəli/
adverb
  1. In a way that shows distrust, suspicion, or wariness.
    • She looked leerily at the dark alley before deciding to take the longer route home.
    • He leerily accepted the stranger's offer of a ride, keeping his hand on the door handle.
    • The cat approached the new dog leerily, ready to run at any sudden movement.
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