1. in a manner that is hesitant, unsteady, or marked by pauses or stops

Examples

• She spoke haltingly, searching for the right words.
• The old car moved haltingly down the rough road.
• He haltingly explained his reasons for being late.
• The conversation proceeded haltingly as neither person knew what to say.
• The injured runner moved haltingly across the finish line.
• She read the foreign language text haltingly, pausing frequently.
• The negotiations progressed haltingly due to disagreements between the parties.