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How to say: askant

Spelling: Askant Syllables  askant
US accent
/ˈæskənt/
UK accent
/ˈaskənt/
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Definition

Definition — (used especially of glances) directed to one side with or as if with doubt or suspicion or envy; - Elizabeth Bowen

e.g. “her eyes with their misted askance look”

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