1. to look fixedly or vacantly at someone or something

1. a long fixed or vacant look

Examples

• She stared at the painting for several minutes.
• Don’t stare at people – it’s rude.
• He stared out the window, lost in thought.
• The children stared in amazement at the magician.
• She gave him a cold stare.
• His blank stare made everyone uncomfortable.
• The cat’s intense stare never wavered from the mouse.