gaze
verb (used without object)
to look steadily and intently, as with great curiosity, interest, pleasure, or wonder.
gazing
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present participleof gaze.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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Its rocky and icy features resemble a grinning skull seen from the side, seemingly gazing toward nearby Devil Island.
From Science Daily ● Nov. 2, 2026
Once fans have finished gazing at the ceramic circle, they could ramp up the excitement by visiting some of the capital's sites used in the actual films.
From BBC ● Oct. 24, 2026
Moving through discussions of Malcolm McDowell’s typecasting and group lessons in Irish, led by Cushla, they will go beyond gazing.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 20, 2026
The storyline is inscrutable, but Walters displays real range, gazing forlornly in the rain, hurling dishes at a wall, grinning and giving high-fives when a family takes him bowling.
From Slate ● Sep. 17, 2026
He looked bedraggled, but was gazing curiously down at the two dogs slavering beneath him.
From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver
