beady eye
The phrase "beady eye" often conveys a sense of sharp, watchful attention, sometimes implying suspicion or scrutiny.
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Definition
B2Physical Description
(informal)A small, round, and often bright eye.
Example
- The bird watched me with its beady eye, unblinking and curious.
B2Behavioral Observation
(informal)A keen and watchful attention, often suggesting suspicion or scrutiny.
Example
- She kept a beady eye on the children to ensure they didn't get into trouble.
- The detective's beady eye missed nothing in the crime scene.
Similar
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