half-turning
Americannoun
Example Sentences
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That tension is sustained through the third and fourth sections, which utilize the upright, swinging, half-turning steps that characterize an earlier work, “Fase.”
From New York Times ● Jun. 14, 2011
The fragments lay floating, scattered far and wide, and several men were seen striking out towards the other boats, half-turning their heads, as if in expectation of being pursued.
From Old Jack by Kingston, William Henry Giles
“But I shall accept nothing––not a cent––from you, if we never get a penny from the Cross!” declared Dick, half-turning, as if to end the interview.
From The Plunderer by Duer, Douglas
"What is his name?" asked the nobleman, half-turning his head toward Jankiel.
From An Obscure Apostle A Dramatic Story by Soissons, C. S. de
"Oh, I guess I'll be drifting along, Bill," smiled the judge, half-turning on his way to the door.
From The Rider of Golden Bar by White, William Patterson
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