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Problematically and Askance

adverb

  • In such a way as to pose a problem. .

adjective

  • Used especially of glances. ( directed to one side with or as if with doubt or suspicion or envy)
    • usage: "her eyes with their misted askance look- Elizabeth Bowen; "sidelong glances"

adverb

  • With suspicion or disapproval.
    • usage: "he looked askance at the offer"
  • With a side or oblique glance.
    • usage: "did not quite turn all the way back but looked askance at me with her dark eyes"
  • (adv.) Alternative of Askant.
  • (v.t.) To turn aside.