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Squinty (Adjective)

Meaning 1

(used especially of glances) directed to one side with or as if with doubt or suspicion or envy; "her eyes with their misted askance look"- Elizabeth Bowen; "sidelong glances".

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Examples

  • She shot him a squinty glance, clearly unsure of his intentions.
  • The neighbour cast her a squinty look as she unloaded the expensive new furniture.
  • His squinty eyes seemed to hold a mix of distrust and curiosity.
  • As she talked about her promotion, her coworker couldn't help sneaking squinty glances her way.
  • The rival athlete's squinty stare across the field was a clear sign of envy and competitiveness.

Synonyms

  • Squint-eyed
  • Asquint
  • Squint
  • Sidelong
  • Askance
  • Askant

Meaning 2

Characterized by squinting; "he looked with squinty eyes".

Classification

Relational adjectives (pertainyms).

Examples

  • The squinty-eyed old sailor navigated the rough seas with a weathered map.
  • His squinty gaze seemed to be searching for something in the dense forest.
  • The child's squinty eyes peeked through the curtain as they watched the fireworks display.
  • With squinty eyes, she examined the intricate details on the antique vase.
  • The coach gave the player a squinty look of suspicion as he questioned his alibi.

Related Words

  • Squint (noun)
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