Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for leer (at)
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At Cameron’s Pub, patrons can ogle what’s reportedly the largest pumpkin sculpture in the world — a 5-ton monstrosity that would squash James’ Giant Peach.—
John Metcalfe,
Mercury News,
6 Oct. 2025 -
Princess Diana, Oprah, and Gwyneth Paltrow have all ogled the traditional Indian craftsmanship blended with contemporary design.—
Gayatri Shah,
Travel + Leisure,
16 Sep. 2025
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Investors are eyeing a stock market rebound after Friday’s trade war flare-up sent the S&P 500 to its worst loss since April.—
Jason Ma,
Fortune,
13 Oct. 2025
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If the Phillies end up losing Schwarber to free agency, bringing in an All-Star like Tucker long term would be a great addition as the team eyes a return to the playoffs next season.—
Shaun McAvoy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 Oct. 2025
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In the first photo, Johnson East's daughter was on her back and wearing a headset, staring at the ceiling.—
Hannah Sacks,
PEOPLE,
17 Oct. 2025
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The one on the far right is where my grandmother, Teta Ibtihaj, lies staring at the ceiling.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
17 Oct. 2025
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“Leer (at).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/leer%20%28at%29. Accessed 19 Oct. 2025.
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