patiently

/ˈpeɪʃəntli/

patiently

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Definition

In a patient manner.

Etymology

From patient + -ly.

Example Sentences

  • ""I feel that there is reason lurking in you somewhere, so we will patiently grope round for it.""
  • "Like most human activities, ballooning has sponsored heroes and hucksters and a good deal in between. For every dedicated scientist patiently recording atmospheric pressure and wind speed while shivering at high altitudes, there is a carnival barker with a bevy of pretty girls willing to dangle from a basket or parachute down to earth."
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