Sidelong (adjective)

Directed or turned to one side.

Origin:

From side + long.

Examples:

1. She gave him a sidelong glance.
2. The sidelong glance he gave her made her feel uncomfortable.
3. The sidelong look he gave her made it clear he was not interested.
4. He took a sidelong approach to the problem, not attacking it head on.
5. The sidelong light created a beautiful effect on the painting.