The chef was clearly cocking a snook at me, and I loved it.

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"Most weekends, it's like, zzzzz, " he said, cocking his head to the side and closing his eyes in imitation of sleep.

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Cats danced on their hind feet, and birds followed them by the dozens, hopping along and cocking their heads from side to side.

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He is especially adept at hesitation, cocking his head like a sparrow and speaking hurriedly to others, as if trying an idea out on himself.

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"I'm in his outfit, " I said, cocking my head at Loren.

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Use of a cocking device generally isn't necessary.

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May require dexterity to use a cocking device.

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Basically there were weapons cocking.

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