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glancing

[glan-sing, glahn-] / ˈglæn sɪŋ, ˈglɑn- /


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"We would say it's glancing contact, it's not full studs on the leg, bending over the leg."

From BBC • May 29, 2026

He said glancing at the the dinosaur next to him in the dirt helps keep him calm and focused.

From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026

“We have each other’s phone numbers,” said Nadella, glancing at the jury.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 11, 2026

Makhmudov spent most of the time glancing at his phone, drawing criticism from heavyweight great Lennox Lewis who was part of the TV broadcast.

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026

I avoid glancing at my siblings, worried my face will give away our secret.

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller




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