sidelong (Meaning)
sidelong (s)
(used especially of glances) directed to one side with or as if with doubt or suspicion or envy
situated at or extending to the side
inclining or directed to one side
sidelong (r)
on the side
with the side toward someone or something
to, toward or at one side
sidelong (adv.)
Laterally; obliquely; in the direction of the side.
On the side; as, to lay a thing sidelong.
sidelong (a.)
Lateral; oblique; not being directly in front; as, a sidelong glance.
Synonyms & Antonyms of sidelong
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sidelong Sentence Examples
- She cast a sidelong glance at the stranger, her suspicion evident.
- The cat crept forward with a sidelong gait, its body low to the ground.
- The sidelong smile on her face hinted at a hidden agenda.
- His eyes flickered sidelong towards the door, as if he expected someone to enter.
- The man walked down the street with a sidelong swagger, his shoulders hunched.
- The child tossed her head sidelong, her curls brushing against her cheek.
- The bird flew past, its wings beating in a sidelong rhythm.
- His sidelong comment revealed his true feelings on the matter.
- The car swerved sidelong to avoid hitting the pedestrian.
- The sun cast a sidelong glow through the window, illuminating the dusty room.
FAQs About the word sidelong
(used especially of glances) directed to one side with or as if with doubt or suspicion or envy, situated at or extending to the side, inclining or directed to
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She cast a sidelong glance at the stranger, her suspicion evident.
The cat crept forward with a sidelong gait, its body low to the ground.
The sidelong smile on her face hinted at a hidden agenda.
His eyes flickered sidelong towards the door, as if he expected someone to enter.
