Definition of Askance
with doubt or suspicion
Examples of Askance in a sentence
As the police officer listened to the woman’s crazy story, he could not help but look askance at her. 🔊
Even though the church members were supposed to be welcoming, they still viewed the stranger askance. 🔊
Employers tend to look askance at people who change jobs often. 🔊
The wealthy man looked askance as the gang members approached him. 🔊
The boy who snuck into the girls’ dormitory was viewed askance. 🔊
While the majority of the town is excited about the building of the new mall, there are still those who look askance at the project. 🔊
The insurance agent looked askance at the poor man’s million-dollar claim. 🔊
When Frank’s rival offered him candy, he could only look askance at him. 🔊
Carol looked askance at the unfamiliar man walking around her house. 🔊
Since my daughter is known to be sneaky, she should have not been surprised when I viewed her perfect report card askance. 🔊
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