Meaning & use
Sulkily
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In a sullen, moody manner, typically showing silent irritation or displeasure.
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The teenager sulkily slammed her bedroom door after being told no.
He sulkily pushed his food around the plate, refusing to speak.
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Related to "sulk," a word of uncertain origin first recorded in the 18th century.
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