cocked
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He furrowed his brow and cocked his head in confusion.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 11, 2026
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
Leon, with his Martine Rose loafers and True Religion Jeans, seems to be constantly scanning the room, walking around with his arms crossing his chest and his head slightly cocked.
From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 21, 2024
Valley cocked her head to the side and narrowed her eyes, as if she were deep in thought.
From "Witchlings" by Claribel A. Ortega
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