winked at

Example Sentences

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This left Davies mock-floundering next to her, before she winked at the camera and grinned.

From BBC • May 10, 2026

It was a weird non-sequitur that winked at their age and reminded us of why these old guys are still two of the best reasons to watch TV, and how well-matched they are with Gomez.

From Salon • Sep. 16, 2024

I’m just feeling it, feeling baffled, dismayed, leveled with, winked at.

From New York Times • May 4, 2023

Schonely recalled in an interview last year that Jim Barnett winked at him before taking a shot mere steps inside the midcourt line.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 21, 2023

His eyes widened when he saw Alfhercht, and his face crumpled as tears winked at the corners of his eyes.

From Anya and the Nightingale by Sofiya Pasternack