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Term: owlishly

Part of speech: adverb

Sense: In a manner resembling an owl or suggesting owl-like traits, such as wisdom, alertness, or intensity.

Sample sentence:

She peered owlishly at the book, her eyes wide and focused.

Part of speech: adjective

Sense: Relating to or characteristic of an owl.

Sample sentence:

The owlish eyes of the professor looked keenly over the lecture hall.

Part of speech: adjective

Sense: Done or performed with an air of wisdom, seriousness, or thoughtfulness.

Sample sentence:

He listened owlishly to his friend's troubles, giving wise advice.

Part of speech: adverb

Sense: In a manner characteristic of or similar to an owl.

Sample sentence:

As night fell, the owl hooted owlishly, filling the forest with its eerie sound.

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