wink

Example Sentences

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It may wink at the industry’s unseen heroes, but who can afford to make art for art’s sake in the entertainment industry anymore?

From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026

Cue that infamous wink from Rooney’s Manchester United team-mate Cristiano Ronaldo towards the Portugal bench, a lasting image of England’s 2006 World Cup.

From BBC • May 10, 2026

But every once in a while, we get a little wink, an ounce of good luck, an unearned gift, a happy accident, and this recipe falls in that category.

From Salon • Apr. 13, 2026

His last major film role came in 2012 with The Expendables 2, where his appearance functioned largely as a wink to the internet persona that eclipsed him.

From Slate • Mar. 20, 2026

Mom looks at me and gives me an approving wink.

From "Finding Junie Kim" by Ellen Oh