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Unobtrusively
in a way that is not conspicuous or attracting attention.
Expectancy
the state of thinking or hoping that something, especially something pleasant, will happen or be the case
Feeble
lacking physical strength, especially as a result of age or illness
Doggedly
in a manner that shows tenacity and grim persistence
Peaked
reach a highest point, either of a specified value or at a specified time
Meddling
intrusive or unwarranted interference
Ledger
a book or other collection of financial accounts of a particular type
Self-righteously
having or characterized by a certainty, especially an unfounded one, that one is totally correct or morally superior
Tentatively
subject to further confirmation; not definitely
Furtively
in a way that attempts to avoid notice or attention; secretively
Notions
a conception of or belief about something or an impulse or desire, especially one of a whimsical kind
Raucous
making or constituting a disturbingly harsh and loud noise
Devilment
reckless mischief; wild spirits
Shallow
of little depth
Dreary
dull, bleak, and lifeless; depressing