suspensively

/səˈspɛnsɪvli/
adverb
  1. In a way that creates suspense or uncertainty; with a sense of delay or anticipation.
    • She looked at him suspensively, waiting for his answer.
    • The director suspensively built up the tension before the final scene.
    • The music played suspensively, making the audience hold their breath.
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