ask uncertainly

Frequency: 6.88.2 per million words

to ask a question in a hesitant or doubtful manner

uncertainlyVERB + uncertainly

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Examples (10)

  • She had to ask uncertainly about the meeting time.
  • He would always ask uncertainly before making a big decision.
  • The child asked uncertainly if she could have another cookie.
  • After the news, everyone began to ask uncertainly about the future.
  • I heard him ask uncertainly for directions in the unfamiliar city.
  • She asked uncertainly whether her answer was correct.
  • The student asked uncertainly for an extension on the assignment.
  • Don't ask uncertainly; be confident in your questions.
  • He continues to ask uncertainly about the project's progress.
  • Feeling confused, I had to ask uncertainly for clarification.