stare
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I’m sadly reminded of colleagues who never recovered, a sobering thought as we stare down the barrel of yet another employment crisis.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 18, 2026
I’d stare into twilight-tinged corners of my bedroom, convincing myself that I could see a human-like silhouette lurking in the dark, and spending what felt like hours thinking of all the things it could be.
From Salon • Mar. 15, 2026
And, as they stare into the abyss, one detail of the standings has made this season even worse than Tottenham could have ever imagined.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 14, 2026
I think this pitch will suit that shot and to play that shot you have to stare at the ball right onto the bat.
From BBC • Mar. 3, 2026
An awkward moment passes while I stare at him.
From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam
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