side-glance [sahyd-glans, -glahns] ExamplesWord Origin noun
- a glance directed to the side; an oblique or sideways look: a side-glance of displeasure at her interrupter.
Origin of side-glance First recorded in 1605–15 Examples from the Web for side-glance Historical Examples of side-glance
“I should like it very much,” she replied, with a side-glance at her father.
The Memoires of Casanova, Complete
Jacques Casanova de Seingalt
She remained silent a few moments, and I stole a side-glance at her.
Metta Victoria Fuller Victor
Gustavo accepted the explanation with a side-glance at the hair.
Jean Webster
Hers were inquiring, and he confirmed her side-glance at Beauchamp.
George Meredith
After a side-glance of scrutiny, the reply was, ‘Neapolitans.’
George Meredith