explanatorily
- a word derived from explanatory.
Example Sentences
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"I didn't invent the Bubble," he had said, explanatorily.
From Horace Chase by Woolson, Constance Fenimore
“Can’t say I’m much troubled with them, except here,” and she moved her foot explanatorily.
From The Mystery of a Turkish Bath by Rita
As Abner appeared properly subdued, he went on explanatorily.
From Cape Cod and All the Pilgrim Land, June 1922, Volume 6, Number 4 A Monthly Magazine Devoted to the Interests of Southeastern Massachusetts by Various
Mr Saint Leger,” my companion continued explanatorily, “has come on board to inspect the ship, with some idea of buying, if he finds her satisfactory.”
From The Cruise of the "Esmeralda" by Overend, William Heysham
"I thought I heard a row outside," said the consul explanatorily.
From The Bell-Ringer of Angel's by Harte, Bret
