TOM SWIFTIES V

Please see the TOM SWIFTIES I of May 19, 2020 for an explanation and examples of Tom Swifties.

Add the appropriate adverb (or other finish) to complete these Tom Swifites.

1. "I'm the new butcher," Tom said __________.

2. I never miss my AA meetings" Tom said __________.

3. "He's just an average guy," Tom said _________.

4. "The sun is coming up," Tom __________.

5. "The door's ajar," said Tom __________.

6. "I prefer trout to salmon," Tom said __________.

7. "I suppose I'll have to write my name again," said Tom __________.

8. "I just bought a woolen sweater," Tom said __________.

9. "My glasses probably aren't ready yet," Tom __________.

10. The painting stand is not steady," said Tom __________.

Answers:

1. cuttingly
2. soberly
3. meanly
4. mourned
5. openly
6. officiously
7. resignedly
8. sheepishly
9. speculated
10. uneasily