Blink and Gawk

Blink

Blink verb - To look long and hard in wonder or surprise.
Usage example: stood blinking at the ridiculous scene before him in utter disbelief

Gawk and blink are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Gawk" instead a verb "Blink".

Nearby Words: blinked, blinking, blinker

Gawk

Gawk verb - To look long and hard in wonder or surprise.
Usage example: couldn't help gawking at the exotically dressed guests in the hotel lobby

Blink and gawk are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Blink" instead a verb "Gawk".

Nearby Words: gawky, gawked, gawking
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