Thesaurus results for OGLE

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verb

ˈō-gəl

Definition of ogle

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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Recent Examples of ogle

Verb

Excuse me, but where is the decency and humanity from these bloodthirsty fiends ogling and angling to get their photos, undoubtedly for posting on social media? — Voice Of The People, New York Daily News, 7 Sep. 2026 For the physical exam, this meant standing around nearly nude to be ogled by their peers. — Wilbert L. Cooper, Longreads, 25 Aug. 2026 San Michele’s seaside and other-era vibe are, perhaps, its greatest attractions, but there’s a signifcant Old Master to ogle while visiting—Anthony van Dyck’s 17th-century masterwork, The Crucifixion, in the Chiesa di San Michele Arcangelo. — Catherine Sabino, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026 For cocktails, head to the Copenhagen institution Ruby to ogle at Danish artwork and a must-order is the Butt Naked Old Fashioned—you won’t be disappointed. — Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for ogle

Recent Examples of Synonyms for ogle

Verb

The boy on the truck stared at the back of the gathering, his aim focused on the captain.

— Ron Farina, Hartford Courant, 1 Nov. 2026
The first half of the film is on the dull side, featuring lots of footage of Fielder and Holmes staring at each other, unblinking, in an attempt to convince each other of their sincerity.

— ArsTechnica, ArsTechnica, 30 Oct. 2026

Definition of stare

Noun

But what if that expressionless gaze is a silent boundary — and those of us on the receiving end of the stare are the judgmental ones?

— CNN Money, CNN Money, 24 Oct. 2026
Our focus is always on female gaze across our beautiful products, advertising and social media.

— Emily Mercer, Footwear News, 23 Oct. 2026

Definition of gaze

Verb

Alzarooni is also eyeing eventual support from potential distributors, broadcasters, streaming platforms and industry mentors as her search to secure financing continues.

— Essie Assibu, Variety, 30 Oct. 2026
Three-time All-Pro cornerback Patrick Surtain II was a full participant Wednesday and is eyeing a return to the lineup after a three-game absence.

— Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 29 Oct. 2026

Definition of eye

Noun

Reihana’s strategy extended the original wallpaper’s long leer by emphasizing its fantastical composite, retelling the same story with footage of living islanders and recordings of several Pacific languages.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 5 Aug. 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

Definition of leer

Verb

Pull some treats from the open coffin at Scotto Funeral Home, on the corner of Court Street and 2nd Place, then head to President near Hoyt to gawk at bloodstained windows and mutilated dolls.

— Fiorella Valdesolo, Curbed, 21 Oct. 2026
The film opens with Tenzing as a boy, gawking at Mount Everest, which looms across the valley like Godzilla.

— Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 10 Oct. 2026

Definition of gawk

Noun

Read on for a look at what’s in store for your Windows key, reports about the upcoming Xbox OS, and a peek at the new internet speed test button in Windows.

— Chris Hoffman, PC Magazine, 28 Oct. 2026
Her mannequin head is serene, but a set of external ribs peek out from underneath like the bony grip of a witch.

— Shanti Escalante-De Mattei, ARTnews.com, 26 Oct. 2026

Definition of peek

Noun

What to read next Mars has been hiding in the glare of the sun, or in the dead of the early morning hours, for the last year and a quarter.

— Joe Rao, Space.com, 1 Nov. 2026
This pair has polarized lenses to cut down on glare and protect against UV, plus classic black frames that pair with everything from a character tee to a sundress.

— Jacqueline Dole, Travel + Leisure, 30 Oct. 2026