akimbo

Example Sentences

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“Lay an egg, lay an egg, lay an egg!” her brothers teased as they watched her sink low, knees akimbo.

From Literature

For Season 1, he gave Mark S. that burden, except Mark is holding a group of other Marks, limbs akimbo.

From Los Angeles Times

The flair stems largely from his figure’s tilted bowler hat and its somewhat akimbo power pose.

From New York Times

Bobby’s portrait was particularly severe, with his ears akimbo and his mouth open, making him look as if he were...well, cuckoo.

From Literature

Mama and Mrs. Kluck are almost toe to toe, arms akimbo.

From Literature