thoughtfully
/ˈθɔtfəli/ adverb B2- In a thoughtful or pensive manner.
- In a way that shows kindness or consideration for others.
From the library
“She’s a beautiful woman—a very beautiful woman,” said MacDonald thoughtfully, after the door had closed behind her.
“It must be inconvenient to be made of flesh,” said the Scarecrow thoughtfully, “for you must sleep, and eat and drink.
Dorothy leaned her chin upon her hand and gazed thoughtfully at the Scarecrow.
“That is hard to tell,” said the man thoughtfully.
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