Example Sentences

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Troy Johnston smacked a line drive on the next pitch that glanced off Sheehan’s right arm for an infield single.

From Los Angeles Times • May 26, 2026

He glanced at his staff and shifted in his seat.

From Salon • Apr. 22, 2026

Williams "merely glanced briefly at the contents" and assumed it provided information about the person who made the allegations.

From BBC • Feb. 26, 2026

On the home straight, Klaebo had such a large lead that he glanced back at the empty track behind him and took a bow.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 16, 2026

He glanced round and saw clouds boiling up over the ice cliffs.

From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver