In a groping manner; in a way that involves searching or feeling around uncertainly or blindly.
From 'groping' (present participle of 'grope') + the adverbial suffix '-ly.' This creates an adverb describing the manner or quality of an action.
Adverbs ending in '-ly' allow us to describe not just what people do, but *how* they do it. 'Gropingly' suggests a hesitant, uncertain quality—like trying to find something in the dark with your hands outstretched.
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