Sentence examples for studied mannerism from inspiring English sources

We crossed our legs in unison, tapped the ash from our cigarettes with the same studied mannerism, and jiggled our feet to a silent rhythm.

Inevitably, though, it's all too studied – and studied mannerisms just aren't sexy.

The director's energetic use of hand-held cameras, jump cuts and abrupt changes of angles plays against the drama's studied mannerisms.

Landau's studied mannerisms and strong gaze were reflective of Grandpa's classy, intelligent persona.

Though he neither listens to music nor owns any CDs, Grant learned to sing, play the piano, dance (a few mannered steps) and studied the mannerisms of prominent musicians to prepare for his role as a has-been pop singer, based loosely on Andrew Ridgeley.

At first, when he was trying to pass for a woman, he took the name Susan, and studied female mannerisms and walks.

I studied her mannerisms and the way her body moved while trying to wedge myself into the corner of the small space.

Hallmarks of his comic skills include a nonchalant touch of irony/sarcasm and studied physical mannerisms as well as his precisely-timed dialogue delivery and facial expressions.

It must have been strange for you... Was she studying your mannerisms for her performance?

To get into character, James spent some time with the general, posing as a journalist, to study his mannerisms.

In preparation for his role Gyllenhaal met Graysmith, and videotaped him to study his mannerisms and behavior.