cockeyed

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Mr. Braun, who appeared in the series “Succession,” is a good foot taller than his co-star, giving an amusing physical aspect to their cockeyed friendship.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 4, 2025

Likewise, the cockeyed view of these Texans, who sometimes, but not always, let other people get away with things, is endearing.

From Salon • Apr. 12, 2024

Then as now, I am for the stooge, the one with the energy, the cockeyed view of the world, the nut.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 29, 2023

Or, in the case of this forgettably titled ensemble dud, they’re just gung-ho, cockeyed optimists.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 6, 2023

You never knew what he was thinking, never even knew if he was looking at you—on account of he was slightly cockeyed.

From "In Cold Blood" by Truman Capote