Blinkingly

/ˈblɪŋkɪŋli/ adverb

Definition

In a manner involving blinking; while blinking repeatedly or with eyes squinting in confusion or bright light.

Etymology

Formed from 'blinking' (present participle of blink) plus the adverbial suffix '-ly.' This is a regular formation following English word-building patterns.

Kelly Says

Adverbs ending in '-ingly' (like 'teasingly' or 'lovingly') often add a sense of continuous action—'blinkingly' suggests the ongoing, repeated nature of blinking rather than just one blink.

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