flash with

Frequency: 6.89.3 per million words

For one's eyes to suddenly show a strong emotion (e.g., anger, excitement).

flashflash (verb) + PREPOSITION

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with

Examples (10)

  • Her eyes suddenly flashed with anger when she heard the news.
  • His eyes flashed with excitement as he opened the gift.
  • The teacher's eyes flashed with disapproval at the student's behavior.
  • Her dark eyes flashed with defiance as she refused to back down.
  • The child's eyes flashed with joy when he saw the surprise party.
  • His eyes flashed with understanding as the solution became clear.
  • Her eyes flashed with mischief as she planned her prank.
  • The captain's eyes flashed with determination before the battle.
  • Her green eyes flashed with jealousy at her sister's success.
  • His eyes flashed with pride as he watched his daughter graduate.