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stiffly

/stɪflɪ/ adverb · British & US
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What does stiffly mean?

adverb

In a stiff manner; rigidly or inflexibly. Used to describe something that is done in a formal or strict way.

Example

"She walked stiffly into the room, her back straight and her head held high."

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