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leering

[leer-ing] / ˈlɪər ɪŋ /


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Such discussions helped establish the difference between witnessing as a matter of civic responsibility and leering voyeurism.

From Salon Aug. 6, 2026

So when Lal was promoted to Raiders receivers coach in 2009, he had a legend leering over his shoulder.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 1, 2024

He added it was a "privilege and honour" to be now playing the leering, flamboyant Emcee in "this incredible show".

From BBC Aug. 15, 2023

“The Idol” is gross and leering in the way the set reports suggested, but it’s also inept in a way that Sam Levinson’s “Euphoria” would not suggest.

From New York Times Jun. 30, 2023

I looked back for the leering clown, but he had melted into the crowd.

From "Hollow City" by Ransom Riggs



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