wide-eyed look

Frequency: 8.015.2 per million words

Describes a facial expression indicating surprise, fear, or naivety.

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Examples (10)

  • The child gave a wide-eyed look at the giant cake.
  • She had a wide-eyed look of terror when she saw the spider.
  • Despite his age, he still had a wide-eyed look about him.
  • The audience watched with a wide-eyed look as the magician performed his trick.
  • A wide-eyed look of shock spread across her face.
  • His innocent, wide-eyed look made it difficult to accuse him.
  • He gave a wide-eyed look of confusion, not understanding the question.
  • She stared at the unexpected gift with a wide-eyed look.
  • The young explorers took a wide-eyed look around the ancient cave.
  • With a wide-eyed look, the refugee child clung to her mother.