askance

Example Sentences

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But they are also likely intended to quell concerns among progressives who might look askance at one factor in Kelly’s Senate record.

From Salon

"There's going to come a time when they lose a game, but it's the way they lost the game," he said, askance, on Sportsound.

From BBC

“I look a little bit askance at signing a six-month pause while you’re trying to accelerate your own effort,” Hoffman said.

From Seattle Times

When he's on the stage, all the big rock star moves come out: He thrusts his guitar into the sky, or stands legs askance punching the air, all while wearing jeans tighter than cling film.

From BBC

And both also have reasons to look askance at China.

From Washington Times