cupped
Example Sentences
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Van de Ven cheekily cupped his ear to the crowd before team-mates made a point of embracing him to show their support after Saturday's spat.
From Barron's • Nov. 4, 2025
He repeatedly tapped his cupped hands to the sides of his head as if putting on imaginary earmuffs.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 26, 2024
I cupped a handful to my mouth and drank them both.
From Salon • May 11, 2024
People outside cupped their eyes with their hands as they peered through the windows to see the screens.
From Seattle Times • Apr. 26, 2024
He rested his elbow on the table and cupped his chin in his hand.
From "The Line Tender" by Kate Allen
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