STARE DOWN Synonyms: 33 Similar and Opposite Words

stare down

verb

Definition of stare down

as in to pore (over)

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Conference-goers are here to sample and peruse the shifting practices of the nation’s market for metaphysical beliefs.

— Sam Kestenbaum, Harpers Magazine, 27 Oct. 2026
Kids get into all sorts of things on the internet, but no parent wants their young children perusing adult websites.

— Chloe Albanesius, PC Magazine, 22 Oct. 2026

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Virzi, a one-time doctoral candidate at UC San Diego studying clinical psychology, traveled to Pittsburgh in June 2024 to meet the twins and spend time with her best friend’s growing family.

— Grace Toohey, Los Angeles Times, 30 Oct. 2026
Stewart was born on July 13, 1940, in Mirfield, West Yorkshire, England, and took to acting at a young age, studying drama at the Bristol Old Vic Theatre School and performing in numerous theatrical productions before making his way to Hollywood.

— Britt Hayes, Entertainment Weekly, 29 Oct. 2026

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