Pronunciation: /saɪd.lɔŋ/
adjective directed to or from one side
A1 She gave him a sidelong glance before looking away.
A2 He walked into the room with a sidelong smile on his face.
B1 The detective cast a sidelong glance at the suspect during the interrogation.
B2 The politician made a sidelong comment about his opponent during the debate.
C1 The artist's sidelong observations of society were reflected in his paintings.
C2 Her sidelong approach to problem-solving often yielded unique solutions.
adverb in a sideways or oblique manner
A1 She glanced sidelong at her friend during the exam.
A2 He walked sidelong towards the door, trying not to attract attention.
B1 The cat approached the stranger sidelong, wary of their presence.
B2 The politician gave a sidelong glance to his opponent before beginning his speech.
C1 The detective observed the suspect with a sidelong gaze, trying to read their emotions.
C2 The actress delivered her lines with a subtle sidelong smile, adding depth to her character.
formal She cast a sidelong glance at the painting, evaluating its artistic merit.
informal He gave me a sidelong look when I mentioned his ex-girlfriend.
slang I could tell by the sidelong glances that they were up to something.
figurative The politician's sidelong remarks hinted at a hidden agenda.
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