cockeyed

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Mr. Braun, who appeared in the series “Succession,” is a good foot taller than his co-star, giving an amusing physical aspect to their cockeyed friendship.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 4, 2025

Likewise, the cockeyed view of these Texans, who sometimes, but not always, let other people get away with things, is endearing.

From Salon • Apr. 12, 2024

A cockeyed comedy with a lot on its mind — the individual vs. the collective, faith vs. science — it shimmers with the energy and inspiration of an old-school underground film.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 7, 2023

He is closest with his grandfather, from whom Harold inherits his cockeyed view of the world.

From New York Times • May 12, 2023

A prince hadn't a cockeyed notion how to fend for himself.

From "The Whipping Boy" by Sid Fleischman