withering look

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A general term for a disapproving look that causes someone to feel humiliated.

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Examples (10)

  • She gave him a withering look after his insensitive comment.
  • The speaker received a withering look from the audience for his controversial remarks.
  • His withering look was enough to silence the entire room.
  • I met her withering look with a defiant stare.
  • Despite the withering look from his boss, he continued to argue his point.
  • A single withering look from the teacher made the noisy students quiet down.
  • She shot him a withering look that made him feel utterly humiliated.
  • He couldn't escape the withering look of disapproval from his mother.
  • The young intern wilted under the CEO's withering look.
  • Everyone understood the gravity of the situation just by her withering look.