Перевод слова "In eyes"

In one's eyes

/ɪn wˈɒnz ˈaɪz/

/ɪn wˈʌnz ˈaɪz/

in one's eyes

ФРАЗА

по чьему-то мнению

according to one’s opinion

What is the origin of the idiom "in one's eyes" and when to use it?

The idiom "in one's eyes" is thought to have originated in the 16th century. The earliest known written record of the phrase is in the 1535 play Gammer Gurton's Needle, by John Still. In the play, a character says, "In my eyes, he is a perfect man." This expression is used to describe how someone perceives or views something.

Example

When he saw the disappointment in her eyes, it started to dawn on him that he had let her down.

The wistful look in her eyes betrayed the longing she felt for the home she left behind.

The sadness in her eyes was palpable as she spoke about her loss.

Sarah had a distant look in her eyes, as if she was miles away and not listening to our conversation.

Tears welled in her eyes, causing the words on the page to blur as she struggled to maintain composure.

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