staring eye

Frequency: 7.09.5 per million words

describes eyes that are wide open and looking intently or in a fixed way, often due to surprise, fear, or intense concentration.

staringADJECTIVE + NOUN

Categories:

eye

Examples (10)

  • His staring eyes showed a mixture of fear and disbelief.
  • She woke up with staring eyes, startled by the sudden noise.
  • The child's staring eyes were fixed on the colorful toy.
  • He gave me a cold, staring eye that sent shivers down my spine.
  • After the news, she sat motionless, with staring eyes gazing into space.
  • The detective noted the witness's wide, staring eyes as she recounted the event.
  • His staring eyes never left the screen, completely engrossed in the game.
  • A pair of staring eyes emerged from the shadows, causing him to freeze.
  • Despite her calm demeanor, her slightly staring eyes betrayed her anxiety.
  • The doctor examined the patient's staring eyes for any signs of neurological damage.