rubberneck
Example Sentences
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Some turned their heads as they passed by and stopped to briefly rubberneck before heading on their way.
From Seattle Times ● Jul. 17, 2023
If you notice a carcass, don’t rubberneck: Pass it as quickly as possible.
From Washington Post ● Jun. 22, 2022
But beyond the impulse to rubberneck, I think it’s useful dwelling on their situation, because it does illustrate a few realities about money—and more importantly, the consumer finance industry—in this country.
From Slate ● Nov. 21, 2018
Pedestrians slowed down to rubberneck and then, anticipating the worst, went about their business so as not to be witnesses or innocent bystanders.
From Salon ● Dec. 5, 2015
I guess carrying a sign gives people license to stare, double-take, and rubberneck.
From "The Running Dream" by Wendelin Van Draanen
