close one's eyes
The phrase "close one's eyes" can be used both literally and figuratively to convey different meanings, including shutting the eyelids, ignoring something, or falling asleep.
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Definition
A2General
To shut the eyelids, usually to block out light or to rest.
Example
- She closed her eyes to enjoy the warmth of the sun on her face.
B2Figurative
(idiomatic)To deliberately ignore or refuse to acknowledge something.
Example
- He chose to close his eyes to the corruption in his department.
A2General
(idiomatic)To fall asleep or rest.
Example
- After a long day, she finally closed her eyes and drifted off to sleep.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "close one's eyes":
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