stiffly

Example Sentences

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Commander Azad stiffly climbs the stairs to an open rooftop with a commanding view of flat countryside.

From BBC • Jan. 29, 2026

The athletic grace Davis had as a player is mostly gone and he moves stiffly when he walks, a souvenir from the knee and ankle injuries that ended his career.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 28, 2025

Frank Sinatra’s recording of “My Way” was played as Sterling walked back stiffly to the Yankees dugout.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 20, 2024

He looks his age; he moves stiffly, often speaks in a whisper.

From New York Times • Feb. 9, 2024

Dada sat a bit stiffly, looking around at the equipment with a frown.

From "Shooting Kabul" by N. H. Senzai