cocked

Example Sentences

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He furrowed his brow and cocked his head in confusion.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 11, 2026

In the photo, the president-elect wears a stern expression, eyes cocked.

From BBC • Jan. 17, 2025

He always wore "a cocked hat, buckles at the knees and shoes, as well as a cross-handled cane, over which he stooped in his gait".

From BBC • Nov. 30, 2024

He leans back in his office chair, hands folded in his lap and baseball hat cocked high on his head.

From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2024

He cocked his head and looked at her with genuine curiosity, as if he had asked her a question.

From "A Place to Belong" by Cynthia Kadohata