staring

Example Sentences

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What for so long had seemed like a pipe dream - as attainable as a lottery win - is now a reality staring Scotland in the face.

From BBC • Jun. 13, 2026

A 2012 self-portrait shows a startled, wan Mr. Hockney unhappily staring at the viewer as if we’ve just interrupted a rare moment of peace; it’s a radical departure from his usually cheery depictions of himself.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026

A man representing Schlesinger, dressed in white slacks, polished loafers and a dark pinkish-red blazer stands at the edge of the pool, near its shadowy edges, staring down at the swimmer.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 12, 2026

One such situation is staring them in the face right now.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

I closed the door behind me and sat on my bed, staring at the wall.

From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler