askant

Example Sentences

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“No, not yet,” said Mrs Dean, who looked askant at the fresh-comer, and as if she did not approve of him.

From To The West by Fenn, George Manville

Barbara turned grave directly; he eyed her askant, and saw the random shot had gone home.

From International Short Stories English by Various

While appearing to listen to Adelaide, her eyes wandered over me with speculation askant in them.

From The Morgesons by Stoddard, Elizabeth

They looked with eyes askant at the mate and his three companions, but said nothing to them.

From Captain Mugford Our Salt and Fresh Water Tutors by Holloway, W. Herbert

Yet he boldly enters your presence, sits by your side, looks you askant in the face, asks you questions, communicates information, and feigns himself your friend and the friend of everybody.

From Talkers With Illustrations by Bate, John