glance
verb (used without object)
to look quickly or briefly.
glances
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present tense formof glance (3rd person singular).present tense
Used to describe things happening now or regularly.
Example Sentences
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Downbeat and irreverent, Mr. deWitt’s road-trip novel glances at, though never lingers over, themes of responsibility, abandonment and agency.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 19, 2026
Ditka glances toward the door, and says in a soft, surprised voice full of wonder:
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 9, 2026
But Barker only glances at a few relevant themes before turning his gaze just when things are getting interesting.
From Salon ● Jun. 4, 2026
While Wednesday night's victory over Rayo may help keep players satisfied with Europa League football now secured for next season, their triumph will inevitably attract more admiring glances at their players.
From BBC ● May 28, 2026
She grabs it from the nightstand, glances at her screen, and then ignores the call.
From "The Wrong Way Home" by Kate O’Shaughnessy
