staring

Example Sentences

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He has long argued that it isn’t just social media that is the problem, but having kids staring at a digital device for hours a day instead of interacting in the real world.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 23, 2026

He could feel every passenger in the cabin staring at him.

From Slate • Apr. 19, 2026

But those recruits then need to decide whether to make the cross-state trek to work or relocate; the latter option means staring down bidding wars, pricey homes and high rents.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 18, 2026

But none of the headline names showed, leaving conference attendees staring at an empty podium, until the session was abruptly canceled.

From Salon • Apr. 14, 2026

“Where’s your partner in crime?” she asks, staring down at me.

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