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glancing

[glan-sing, glahn-] / ˈglæn sɪŋ, ˈglɑn- /


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“We’re exhausted. We’ve already been displaced seven times,” said Al-Louh, 45, his eyes following the donkey cart before glancing eastward toward the yellow blocks.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 9, 2026

He said glancing at the the dinosaur next to him in the dirt helps keep him calm and focused.

From Los Angeles Times May 28, 2026

“We have each other’s phone numbers,” said Nadella, glancing at the jury.

From The Wall Street Journal May 11, 2026

Leah Williamson's glancing header - the Gunners' seventh against Leicester - also took their tally to 103 goals under Slegers.

From BBC Apr. 29, 2026

Cat circled back to the fish market, glancing at the shimmering fish.

From "Caterpillar Summer" by Gillian McDunn




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