sheepish
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But Scott, speaking from his home in the French countryside, has the sheepish look of a kid who’s been caught not paying attention in class.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 26, 2026
A few moments before the Celtic left-back - playing on the right since his introduction in the 72nd minute - scored the second wonder goal of the night, Hanley was feeling sheepish.
From BBC ● Mar. 24, 2026
I felt sheepish when my partner caught me sneaking a cookie shortly after I had encouraged him to forgo dessert so we could “be healthy together.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 5, 2025
As “Alien: Earth” skitters toward its season finale, it’s clear that this being intends to do worse than its sheepish gaze lets on.
From Salon ● Sep. 18, 2025
I give them what I hope will appear a sheepish smile.
From "Grendel" by John Gardner
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