He replied absently , not really even paying attention .

他心不在焉地回答，甚至没有真正重视。

She smiled at him absently .

她茫然地对他微笑。

Leaning on the headboard he smoked several cigarettes , absently listening to the soft sound of his mother 's breathing .

他靠在床头吸了好几只烟，出神地倾听着那低柔的呼吸的声响。

She rubbed her arms absently watching him .

她心不在焉地揉了揉她的胳膊看着他。

He read the letter absently .

他心不在焉地读着那封信。