YAWNINGLY

Etymology

Adverb

yawningly (comparative more yawningly, superlative most yawningly)

In a yawning way; accompanied by yawns.

So as to open wide; gapingly.

A chasm opened yawningly before them.

Source: Wiktionary


Yawn"ing*ly, adv.

Definition: In a yawning manner.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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International Coffee Day (September 29) is an occasion to promote and celebrate coffee as a beverage, with events occurring in places across the world. A day to promote fair trade coffee and raise awareness for the coffee growers’ plight. Other countries celebrate this event on October 1.

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