cocked
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But every time she swayed the ocean drum, filled with beads that mimicked the sound of rain, Dug got up to explore, standing in front of it, head cocked to the side.
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 21, 2025
In the photo, the president-elect wears a stern expression, eyes cocked.
From BBC • Jan. 17, 2025
He always wore "a cocked hat, buckles at the knees and shoes, as well as a cross-handled cane, over which he stooped in his gait".
From BBC • Nov. 30, 2024
The expert said he had to strike the fully cocked gun with a mallet and break it in order for it to fire without depressing the trigger.
From Seattle Times • Mar. 6, 2024
Håkon peered around the house’s corner, head cocked.
From Anya and the Dragon by Sofiya Pasternack
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