Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

eyes-dart

phrase

/aɪz dɑrt/

Definition

The act of quickly moving one’s eyes to glance or focus on something.

Examples

As she entered the room, her eyes-darted around, looking for familiar faces.
When he heard a loud noise, his eyes darted to the window to see what was happening outside.
In the crowded marketplace, her eyes darted from one stall to another, searching for the best deals.

Meaning

To dart the eyes means to rapidly shift one’s gaze, often in response to surprise, curiosity, or anxiety. It can indicate a reaction to something happening in one’s environment or a way to seek information quickly.