squinted

Example Sentences

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As he squinted to read it, I told him the article was about investors discovering—

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

Two women at a food stand squinted in the sunlight as they cooked whole chickens on a hot grill to serve with freshly made tortillas and beans and rice.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 9, 2025

“The lawyers squinted in the desert sunlight and asked a great many questions about the progress and treatment of Ed Dwight and took notes.”

From Seattle Times • Feb. 9, 2024

Fine-Country squinted, crow’s feet gathering at his eyes.

From Slate • Dec. 16, 2023

She squinted at her needle and swept a place clear for me with one hand.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith