winked at

Example Sentences

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It was a weird non-sequitur that winked at their age and reminded us of why these old guys are still two of the best reasons to watch TV, and how well-matched they are with Gomez.

From Salon • Sep. 16, 2024

The stadium serenaded his return, he nodded and winked at his team-mates while warming up, the fans roared as his name was read out.

From BBC • Jul. 10, 2023

And while she winked at the history-making potential of her candidacy — “I will simply say this: May the best woman win” — she was quick to distance herself from “identity politics.”

From New York Times • Feb. 19, 2023

Spurs: Sochan winked at the camera as he was shown on the sideline awaiting a video review on his takedown of Morris.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 17, 2023

They nodded and winked at each other quite a bit.

From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques