The expression “coffee break” was first attested in 1952 in glossy magazine advertisements by the Pan-American Coffee Bureau.
QUESTIONINGLY
questioningly, wonderingly
(adverb) in a curious and questioning manner; “they turned their heads questioningly, as if awaiting further instructions”
questioningly, quizzically
(adverb) in a quizzical and questioning manner; “they looked quizzically at the doctor”
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Adverb
questioningly (comparative more questioningly, superlative most questioningly)
In a questioning manner.
Source: Wiktionary
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(noun) food mixtures either arranged on a plate or tossed and served with a moist dressing; usually consisting of or including greens
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