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ad. In a peevish manner.
The Century Dictionary and Cyclopedia
In a peevish manner; petulantly; fretfully; with discontent.
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ad. in a peevish manner
Word Usage
"The morning was fresh and cool; I threw back the lattice, and presently the room filled with sweet scents from the garden; but Catherine called peevishly to me, 'Ellen, shut the window."