1. in a manner that creates or maintains suspense; with uncertainty or anticipation

Examples

• The jury deliberated suspensively for hours before reaching a verdict.
• She looked at him suspensively, waiting for his response.
• The movie ended suspensively, leaving audiences eager for the sequel.
• The negotiations proceeded suspensively with no clear resolution in sight.
• He spoke suspensively about the company’s future plans.
• The investigation continued suspensively as new evidence emerged.