cocked

Example Sentences

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In the photo, the president-elect wears a stern expression, eyes cocked.

From BBC • Jan. 17, 2025

He always wore "a cocked hat, buckles at the knees and shoes, as well as a cross-handled cane, over which he stooped in his gait".

From BBC • Nov. 30, 2024

Ovechkin set up at the top of the faceoff circle, stick cocked.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 18, 2024

Ziegler said he was only able to get the gun to fire during two of the tests, including at the fully cocked hammer position.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 26, 2024

She clasped her hands against her chest and cocked her head to the right and left, gesticulating her adoration.

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu