ruminantly

/ˈrumənəntli/
adverb
  1. In a manner that involves deep or prolonged thought; meditatively.
    • The dog sat ruminantly by the fire, as if pondering its day.
    • He stared ruminantly at the old photograph, lost in memories.
    • She spoke ruminantly, pausing often to choose her words carefully.
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