obediently
Example Sentences
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Sue even continues to smile obediently for the same jerks who kicked Elisabeth to the curb.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 19, 2024
Moira and I obediently played the parts of two non-regulars visiting from the big city, drinking in the atmosphere.
From Seattle Times ● May 21, 2024
Nonetheless, it's hard to imagine that the U.S. public would tolerate assertions that African or Asian nations should relinquish their autonomy and obediently return to the “sphere of influence” of their erstwhile colonizers.
From Salon ● Oct. 21, 2023
She ordered me to return to my seat, where I obediently remained for the duration of the flight.
From Washington Post ● Apr. 6, 2022
We clean our spaces, as directed, and file obediently toward the door.
From "Mockingjay" by Suzanne Collins
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