wink at
Example Sentences
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She also joined Madix in a meta ad for Sonic in which the two sip the fast-food chain’s new “Refreshers” and wink at their shared experiences.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 21, 2026
The line is supposed to be a little funny, a wink at the fashion industry’s love of effusive word salad descriptions that are only conveyed in the actual garments about half the time.
From Salon ● Sep. 17, 2025
His rendition of Fly Me To the Moon impressed the judges, as did his boyish charm - he showed a cheeky streak when he flashed a mid-song wink at Girls Aloud star Cheryl.
From BBC ● Oct. 16, 2024
The actors don’t so much address theatergoers directly as wink at them in ironic asides.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 10, 2024
"Purple waves," Sandy joked with a wink at Turtle.
From "The Westing Game" by Ellen Raskin
