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Stare Definition & Meaning

1. To look fixedly or intensely at someone or something for a prolonged period of time.

Example: She stared at the painting for hours, trying to decipher its meaning.

2. To gaze with a fixed expression, often expressing surprise, shock or disbelief.

Example: He stared at her in disbelief when she told him the news.

3. To maintain a steady gaze, often with a threatening or aggressive intent.

Example: The dog stared at the stranger, ready to pounce if he made any sudden moves.

4. To look blankly or vacantly, often due to boredom or lack of interest.

Example: He stared out the window, lost in thought, as the lecture droned on.

5. To focus one's attention on something intently, often to the exclusion of everything else.

Example: She stared at the computer screen, determined to finish the project before the deadline.

Examples of the word stare used in sentences.

  • My boss gave me a stern stare when I came in late for work.
  • I stare at the stars at night and wonder about the universe.
  • The cute little puppy stared at me with its big, innocent eyes.
  • I saw a strange man staring at me in the park, and I felt uneasy.
  • When I visit the zoo, I love to stare at the majestic lions and tigers.
  • She stared out the window, lost in thought.
  • She couldn't help but stare at the beautiful sunset.
  • He gave me a cold stare when I walked into the room.
  • The children stared in amazement at the circus acrobats.
  • I don't like it when people stare at me.
  • Despite her nerves, the singer maintained steady eye contact with her audience and refused to break her stare.
  • As I walked through the park, I couldn't help but stare at the magnificent oak tree that towered over me.
  • At the restaurant, I caught another customer giving us a curious stare, but I quickly looked away and continued with my meal.
  • The teacher glared at the students who continued to stare out the window instead of paying attention in class.
  • I always feel uncomfortable when strangers on the subway stare at me for too long, so I try to avoid making eye contact.
  • As I walked through the busy city streets, I couldn't help but stare in awe at the towering skyscrapers all around me.
  • As the sun began to set over the horizon, I found myself staring off into the distance, lost in thought and contemplating the meaning of life.
  • Even though he knew it was rude, John couldn't resist the urge to stare at the woman sitting across from him on the train.
  • Despite her best efforts to avoid making eye contact, my boss continued to stare at me throughout the entire meeting.
  • I knew I was in trouble the moment my mother began to stare at me with that all-too-familiar look of disappointment in her eyes.
  • I couldn't help but stare in amazement at the sheer beauty of the sunset over the ocean.
  • With a stare of anger, my boss demanded an explanation for my mistake.
  • The eerie silence was broken only by the sound of the stranger's intense stare, making me feel uneasy.
  • The stunning artwork on display at the museum caught our attention and held us in a trance-like stare.
  • Despite the discomfort of being stared at, the politician maintained his calm composure during the debate.
  • The interviewee's prolonged stare signaled to the interviewer that he was hiding something.
  • The social media influencer's latest post had me staring in awe of her glamorous lifestyle.
  • The painting was so mesmerizing that I couldn't help but stare at it for hours.
  • The intense stare of the predator made the prey freeze in fear before attempting to escape.
  • Despite his efforts to avoid eye contact, she continued to stare at him intently.
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