darting

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Dan used a horizontal bar lined with LED lights that kept my eyes dancing and darting as he prompted me to recall a distressing childhood memory.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026

In January, he even sent a photographer stumbling on the red carpet after darting unexpectedly between his legs during a visit by Poland's president.

From Barron's • Feb. 15, 2026

Women of all ages sat in the waiting room, darting their eyes, looking for connection and distraction.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 13, 2026

He looks with darting curiosity and unmistakable contempt at the world around him, but that world is reflected on his face: Its neon signage and passing car lights dance on his eyeballs.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 6, 2026

Belet switched Kasusu from one hand to the other, her gaze darting to the big oak door.

From "City of the Plague God" by Sarwat Chadda