leer (at)

as in to make eyes (at)
to look at in a flirtatious or desiring way upbraided the man for leering at the young waitress

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  • Ahead, get a peek into The Devil Wears Prada 2, ogle the fashion to come, and try to guess what the plot might be with these shots of the stars around town. Hathaway, reprising her role as journalist Andy Sachs, exhibited her character's continued style iconhood in one of the first photos from set.
    Brendan Le, People.com, 29 July 2025
  • Described as a mini or micro version of the more familiar annual vinca, Soiree Kawaii flowers have a most delicate look and are ideal for closeup ogling in containers and hanging baskets.
    Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 25 July 2025
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  • Domestic intelligence has consistently flagged violent militia members and racially motivated extremists eyeing armories as soft targets.
    Dell Cameron, Wired News, 7 Aug. 2025
  • With Arch at the helm, Longhorn fans are eyeing a national championship.
    Ryan Canfield, FOXNews.com, 7 Aug. 2025
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  • Read More: Ex-Rival Speaks Highly of Philadelphia Eagles Initial reports suggested the star safety was staring at a missed first season in Houston.
    Justin Grasso, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Aug. 2025
  • Everyone stared at their phones, following the live score in either acceptance or denial.
    Kylie Volavongsa, jsonline.com, 7 Aug. 2025
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“Leer (at).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/leer%20%28at%29. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.

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