glancing

Example Sentences

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Tohmajarvi "had changed a lot", the 42-year-old said, glancing out the window at a quiet street that used to buzz with transit traffic and tourists.

From Barron's • Feb. 25, 2026

We often hear the VAR has referenced glancing contact to uphold the decison of a yellow card.

From BBC • Feb. 14, 2026

So if, like with Dalot and Sarr, the full boot makes contact with the leg but it comes off quickly that would be considered glancing.

From BBC • Jan. 19, 2026

“I don’t understand,” they say, glancing down at their EBT card.

From Salon • Jan. 3, 2026

"When you are feeling better," Allun went on, glancing meaningfully at the others, "we will move on, into the forest. Here!"

From "Rowan of Rin" by Emily Rodda