askant

Example Sentences

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The actors gathered in groups and looked askant.

From Mistress Nell A Merry Tale of a Merry Time by Hazelton, George C.

"O, that's your ultimatum, is it, Mr. Joseph Surface?" said the lawyer, biting his nails fiercely, and looking askant at his ally, with angry eyes.

From Birds of Prey by Braddon, M. E. (Mary Elizabeth)

"Up all night, I presume," eyeing him askant.

From Madeline Payne, the Detective's Daughter by Lynch, Lawrence L.

He folded the bill lovingly and tucked it away; but he flipped the coin from his thumb, spinning in the sun, caught it as it fell, and glanced askant at old Pete.

From Copper Streak Trail by Rhodes, Eugene Manlove

“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