peevishly

/ˈpivɪʃli/
adverb
  1. In an annoyed or irritable manner.
    • The child peevishly refused to eat his vegetables.
    • She peevishly slammed the door when she didn't get her way.
    • He peevishly muttered complaints under his breath during the meeting.
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