gawk

Example Sentences

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In addition to a steady stream of sellers, the machine also drew the attention of bystanders who gawked at the large sums of money changing hands at the unassuming corner of the mall.

From Barron's

Locals gawked as his agents patrolled the Chicago River in a Border Patrol boat armed with long guns.

From The Wall Street Journal

Some Christians—old and new—with whom we once shared the town gawk at us.

From Literature

“You lot being paid to stand there and gawk at empty space?” she yelled.

From Literature

People watching from inside the building could be seen gawking and tapping at the glass, as Honnold moved past the enclosed observation deck on the 89th floor.

From Barron's