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词汇 craning
释义 craning
present participle ofcrane
crane
verb[ Iusually+ adv/prep, T ]
uk /kreɪn/ us /kreɪn/
to stretch in order to look at something: 伸长(脖子),探着身子(看)
He craned forward to see the procession.他伸长脖子看游行队伍。
Mike was craning his neck to get the first glimpse of the car.迈克伸长脖子,想抢先一睹那辆汽车的风采。
SMART Vocabulary: related words and phrases

Stretching the body
akimbo
crane
crane your neck
distend
distension
extend
outstretched
reach
spread
spreadeagled
stretch
stretch (yourself) out

Examples of craning


craning

In English, many past and present participles of verbs can be used as adjectives. Some of these examples may show the adjective use.


One does not want to be craning one's neck all the time.
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One can almost sense the craning neck of the filmmaker.
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But there is enough enjoyment for the kids who can be seen craning their necks to get a glimpse of the tiger or the bear.
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The term "rubbernecking" refers to the physical act of craning one's neck, performed in order to get a better view.
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This whole embarrassment of failing and craning my neck down and avoiding my friends who had become my seniors, was difficult.
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If the dog's head is held high with its neck craning forward, it is showing interest, although, it could also mean an aggressive mood if other body language is present.
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The city stated it was protecting the safety of its residents, which it claimed were getting into traffic accidents craning their necks to see higher signs.
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