Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
to meet someone's eyes
idiom
/tuː miːt ˈsʌmwʌnz aɪz/
Definition
To make direct eye contact with someone.
Examples
- When she spoke, he finally had the courage to meet her eyes.
- During the argument, neither of them wanted to meet each other’s eyes.
- He smiled as their gaze met, happily meeting her eyes across the crowded room.
Meaning
This phrase often implies a moment of connection or acknowledgment between two people. It can indicate intimacy, understanding, or confrontation, depending on the context.
Synonyms
- make eye contact
- gaze at someone
- look into someone’s eyes
