1. in a manner showing doubt, uncertainty, or reluctance; with pauses or delays

Examples

• She hesitatingly raised her hand to ask a question.
• He spoke hesitatingly, unsure of the correct answer.
• The student hesitatingly approached the teacher's desk.
• She hesitatingly agreed to the plan, though she had reservations.
• He hesitatingly took a step forward into the dark room.
• The witness hesitatingly described what she had seen.
• They hesitatingly accepted the invitation, not knowing what to expect.