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Definition of oglenext
as in to stare
to look at in a flirtatious or desiring way I do wish you two would stop ogling each other during class

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noun

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Recent Examples of ogle
Verb
The antics each week involved lovable Gilligan ruining a plan to get the gang rescued, but also ogling the bombshell Ginger (Tina Louise) and getting annoyed by Thurston Howell III (Jim Backus). Jordan Hoffman, Entertainment Weekly, 8 June 2026 In fact, there were a lot of pretty curiosities to ogle at, bursting with color and fun costume-party energy (note the many party hats). Ari Stark, Footwear News, 19 May 2026 Topless boys ogle the new arrival, precocious girls look at her askance, clad in more daring sartorial choices than Annie in her long skirt and owl specs. Sophie Monks Kaufman, IndieWire, 18 May 2026 For a glimpse of wildlife, ogle the bison wandering on the Wildlife Loop. Jess Hoffert, Midwest Living, 9 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for ogle
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ogle
Verb
  • Only, instead of juicy confessions of a vampire, the footage just shows Lestat staring at him, silent, for half an hour.
    Rebecca Alter, Vulture, 22 June 2026
  • The man came over to me, his face a foot away from mine, and stared into my eyes.
    Bob Brody, New York Daily News, 21 June 2026
Noun
  • For starters, bright colors inject visibility – not merely for players looking to find each other amid the chaos of a World Cup match, but also for brands looking to draw the gazes of millions of onlooking fans towards their logo.
    Jack Bantock, CNN Money, 22 June 2026
  • Most focus on the soldiers’ faces, their uniforms, and the solemn gaze directed toward the Wall of Names.
    Gary MacNamara, Hartford Courant, 22 June 2026
Verb
  • Europe’s largest economy, like many wealthy nations, is eyeing autonomous bots to address its struggling industrial base and aging workforce.
    J.D. Capelouto, semafor.com, 23 June 2026
  • In any case, chip stocks are down, too, and investors are eying Intel and others with a certain suspicion, at least short-term.
    John Werner, Forbes.com, 23 June 2026
Noun
  • Para leer este artículo en español, visita el siguiente enlace.
    Yuliana Montiel, Charlotte Observer, 29 May 2026
  • Played by a Colman Domingo who is done up to look the most wax figurine of them all in a shellacking of makeup, prosthetics, and colored contacts, Joe is always either giving an avaricious open-mouthed leer or a cold-eyed glare.
    Alison Willmore, Vulture, 23 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • Shoppers are gawking at their climbing receipts as food costs continue to climb.
    Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 8 June 2026
  • Still, fans will get a chance to gawk at the arms of José Canseco, who turns 62 nine days before the derby.
    Jon Greenberg, New York Times, 1 June 2026
Noun
  • Meanwhile, Chick 2, Luna, is smaller, has a straighter gape, and has been more aggressive.
    Michelle Del Rey, USA Today, 1 May 2026
  • Chick 1, which has been identified as being larger with a slight curve to its gape, is Sandy.
    Chelsea Hylton, CBS News, 1 May 2026
Noun
  • Therapy at the Club promises a peek under the stall door, a glimpse into the hidden photos folder.
    Hattie Lindert, Pitchfork, 25 June 2026
  • The material allows for a sexy peek-a-boo effect, revealing the foot thanks to its sheer properties.
    Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 24 June 2026
Noun
  • The openings in the blinds' slats can be adjusted to give you custom control of glare, light, and heat.
    Molly Burford, Southern Living, 22 June 2026
  • And these were just the animals and machines trying to do you in, not to mention the glare of the sun, the Feds, or some bad-seed trimmer with a crush or a death wish.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 22 June 2026

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“Ogle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ogle. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.

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