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The phrase "asked tentatively" is correct and commonly used in written English.
It means to ask something in a hesitant or uncertain manner. Example: "She asked tentatively if she could borrow some money for the bus fare home." In this sentence, the speaker is unsure about asking for money, so they do so hesitantly or tentatively.
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she asked tentatively.
"How's the humor?" I asked tentatively.
"The Superdome?" Lashawn asked tentatively.
Like, burning oneself?" I asked tentatively, finally broaching the topic.
"Is this the new Marriott?" I asked tentatively.
"Do you want an apron?" one asked tentatively.
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"Does it get real muddy?" he asks, tentatively.
"Which way to the garden?" they ask, tentatively.
Is she, I ask tentatively, his new priority?
At the end he asks tentatively, "Are you coming back tomorrow?
"So, you think her life would have been better not happening?" she asks tentatively.
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