In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
HESITATINGLY
hesitantly, hesitatingly
(adverb) with hesitation; in a hesitant manner; “he finally accepted hesitantly”
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Adverb
hesitatingly (comparative more hesitatingly, superlative most hesitatingly)
In a hesitating manner.
Source: Wiktionary
Hes"i*ta`ting*ly, adv.
Definition: With hesitation or doubt.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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