meekly

/ˈmiːkli/
adverb
  1. In a quiet, gentle, and submissive way; without complaining or resisting.
    • The dog meekly followed its owner into the vet's office.
    • She meekly accepted the criticism without arguing.
    • He meekly handed over his phone when the teacher asked for it.
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