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glance

[glans, glahns] / glæns, glɑns /






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The things she keeps are not, at first glance, remarkable.

From BBC • Apr. 21, 2026

Although the definition of the upper middle class is contestable, a glance at standard income tables shows that their story is broadly correct.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 21, 2026

At first glance, the documents look like a legitimate judicial product.

From Slate • Apr. 21, 2026

At first glance, this result could mean nothing, just one fortunate win by an injured team against another injured team, the Lakers underdogs again in Game 2 if Durant returns as expected.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 19, 2026

As we started on our way, I happened to glance into the low brush and saw her nest.

From "Woodsong" by Gary Paulsen




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