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askance
01
with a sideways or slanted glance, often suggesting curiosity, hesitation, or mild distrust
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Examples
He peeked askance at the stranger sitting beside him.
02
in a way that shows doubt, suspicion, or disapproval
Examples
The teacher looked askance at the late assignment.
askance
01
(of a glance) directed to one side with suspicion, envy, or doubt
Grammatical Information
Composition
Simple
qualitative
ungradable
Examples
She gave him an askance glance.
