stared
Americanverb
Etymology
Origin of stared
Example Sentences
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As he was found guilty of each charge, he showed no signs of emotion and stared straight ahead.
From BBC • Jun. 22, 2026
When they first appeared on screen, and for most of their time giving evidence, Donaldson stared at them with a look of what seemed like pity or sadness on his face.
From BBC • Jun. 22, 2026
Giant billboards around Tehran showing a triple image of Khomeini, Ali Khamenei and the Islamic republic's third supreme leader have stared down at residents since March, in a clear bid to show continuity of leadership.
From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026
And when I think back to the time I stared into the abyss and lived long enough to understand what it meant, I know this: we can’t become a generation that looks away.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026
His head dipped as he stared at his knuckles pressed against the desk.
From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu
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