monkish

Example Sentences

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He has a monkish buzz cut, a mustache and a healthy stubble.

From Salon

His devotion is palpable; every frame feels steeped in monkish contemplation.

From New York Times

After he’s finished, he’ll crash monkishly on a mattress in the living room.

From Los Angeles Times

His voice carries along a line of “nazarenos,” or penitents, with tall conical hats, monkish robes and facial hoods.

From Seattle Times

The ceremonies see brotherhoods of “nazarenos,” or penitents, with tall conical hats, monkish robes and hoods carrying or escorting the magnificent carriages through ancient streets of cities and towns nationwide.

From Seattle Times