Example Sentences

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Leary leeringly appreciated the smart, bold and charming Dohrn, but theirs was a connection of temporary convenience.

From Washington Post • Jan. 12, 2018

"Make as much noise as yer like," he continues, leeringly, over the incessant crraaang of the mechanised looms.

From The Guardian • Jul. 27, 2013

Any resemblance to persons living or dead is clearly and leeringly intentional.

From Time Magazine Archive

"Some other day may be too late," said the old crone, leeringly.

From The Outdoor Girls on Pine Island Or, A Cave and What It Contained by Hope, Laura Lee

The honorable gentleman looked at his guests leeringly, but found no responsive glance.

From Trumps by Curtis, George William