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expectantly

/ɛkˈspɛktəntli/ adverb · British & US
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What does expectantly mean?

adverb

In a way that expects something to happen; in a state of expectation. Used to express anticipation or eagerness.

Example

"She looked at him expectantly, waiting for an answer."

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