rubberneck

Example Sentences

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“In a way, it’s a sick fascination, but it’s like rubbernecking when you see an accident on the road. It’s just part of human nature.”

From Los Angeles Times

Already, its premise has provided ready-made memes for rubbernecks assuming the author isn’t in on the bit.

From New York Times

You’ve probably been rubbernecking, as I have, at these insane stories about bidding wars for Eastside real estate.

From Seattle Times

As if rubbernecking a car wreck, others can’t quite look away.

From Seattle Times

Reading this book can feel like rubbernecking at history while essential evaluations of humanity’s relationship with other species are taking place elsewhere.

From Washington Post