starchily
/ˈstɑːrtʃɪli/
adverb
- In a stiff, formal, or overly proper manner.
- The old professor walked starchily to the podium, adjusting his tie.
- She spoke starchily during the interview, making her seem unfriendly.
- The butler greeted the guests starchily, with a slight bow and no smile.
- In a way that is stiff or rigid, like fabric treated with starch.
- The new curtains hung starchily, not flowing in the breeze at all.
- His collar stood up starchily against his neck.
- The napkins were folded starchily into perfect triangles.
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